Fujifilm XQ1 vs Kodak M340

On this page, we are contrasting the Fujifilm XQ1 versus Kodak M340, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Kodak. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XQ1 (12MP) and the M340 (10MP) is fairly well matched but the Fujifilm XQ1 (2/3") and M340 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm XQ1 was announced 4 years later than the M340 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm XQ1 scores against the M340 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm XQ1 & Kodak EasyShare M340. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XQ1 Gallery & Kodak M340 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XQ1 has got outer measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Kodak M340 has measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm XQ1 versus Kodak M340 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm XQ1 vs the M340.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XQ1 and M340 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements just by checking specifications. The graphic below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XQ1 and M340.

To sum up, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm XQ1 using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm XQ1 will give you greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XQ1 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.