Canon G1 X III vs Kodak M340

Here is a detailed analysis of the Canon G1 X III vs Kodak M340, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Kodak. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the G1 X III (24MP) and M340 (10MP) and the G1 X III (APS-C) and M340 (1/2.3") use different sensor dimensions.

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The G1 X III was announced 8 years later than the M340 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon G1 X III being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Kodak M340 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a simple view of how the G1 X III scores vs the M340 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III and Kodak EasyShare M340. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G1 X III Gallery and Kodak M340 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon G1 X III has got physical dimensions of 115mm x 78mm x 51mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 2.0") having a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) whilst the Kodak M340 has dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the G1 X III vs the M340.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G1 X III and M340 is 82 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing purely by going over technical specs. The graphic below will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the G1 X III and M340.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G1 X III having a larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Canon G1 X III will offer more detail with its extra 14MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The fresher G1 X III provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.