Kodak S-1 vs Samsung NX5
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Kodak S-1 vs Samsung NX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 290g - 116 x 68 x 36mm
- Revealed June 2014
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 499g - 123 x 87 x 40mm
- Introduced June 2010

Kodak S-1 vs Samsung NX5 Overview
The following is a thorough assessment of the Kodak S-1 versus Samsung NX5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Samsung. The image resolution of the S-1 (16MP) and the NX5 (15MP) is relatively comparable but the S-1 (Four Thirds) and NX5 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizing.

The S-1 was manufactured 4 years after the NX5 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Kodak S-1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the S-1 grades versus the NX5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Kodak S-1 vs Samsung NX5 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak Pixpro S-1 & Samsung NX5. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak S-1 Gallery & Samsung NX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak S-1 over the Samsung NX5
S-1 | NX5 | |||
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Introduced | June 2014 | ![]() | June 2010 | Newer by 50 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX5 over the Kodak S-1
NX5 | S-1 |
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Common features in the Kodak S-1 and Samsung NX5
S-1 | NX5 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Kodak S-1 vs Samsung NX5 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Kodak S-1 offers physical measurements of 116mm x 68mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.4") and a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX5 has proportions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).
Examine the Kodak S-1 versus Samsung NX5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the S-1 against the NX5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S-1 and NX5 is 88 and 80 respectively.

Kodak S-1 vs Samsung NX5 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specifications. The image here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S-1 and NX5.
Plainly, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S-1 because of its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Kodak S-1 will produce more detail due to its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher S-1 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Kodak S-1 vs Samsung NX5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak S-1 vs Samsung NX5 Specifications
Kodak Pixpro S-1 | Samsung NX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Kodak | Samsung |
Model | Kodak Pixpro S-1 | Samsung NX5 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2014-06-24 | 2010-06-01 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | DRIM Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 15 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4640 x 3480 | 4592 x 3056 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | Samsung NX |
Amount of lenses | 107 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 920k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 11.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Red-Eye Reduction, Fill Flash, Flash Off, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain Sync, Slow Sync+ Red-Eye Reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 290g (0.64 lb) | 499g (1.10 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 68 x 36mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.4") | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 photos | 400 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LB-070 | BP1130 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $250 | $499 |