Kodak M320 vs Nikon S230
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Kodak M320 vs Nikon S230 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 34-102mm (F2.8-5.1) lens
- 155g - 97 x 60 x 21mm
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 2000
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 115g - 91 x 57 x 20mm
- Announced February 2009

Kodak M320 vs Nikon S230 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Kodak M320 vs Nikon S230, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Kodak and Nikon. The image resolution of the M320 (9MP) and the S230 (10MP) is very similar but the M320 (1/2.5") and S230 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizing.

The M320 was brought out very close to the S230 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the M320 matches up versus the S230 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak M320 vs Nikon S230 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare M320 and Nikon Coolpix S230. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak M320 Gallery and Nikon S230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M320 over the Nikon S230
M320 | S230 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S230 over the Kodak M320
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Kodak M320 and Nikon S230
M320 | S230 | |||
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Announced | January 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Similar generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Kodak M320 vs Nikon S230 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M320 has got outside measurements of 97mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Nikon S230 has dimensions of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs).
Look at the Kodak M320 vs Nikon S230 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the M320 and the S230.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M320 and S230 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Kodak M320 vs Nikon S230 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The image here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the M320 and S230.
As you can see, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The M320 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Nikon S230 will offer you greater detail having its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics more aggressively.

Kodak M320 vs Nikon S230 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak M320 vs Nikon S230 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M320 | Nikon Coolpix S230 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Kodak | Nikon |
Model | Kodak EasyShare M320 | Nikon Coolpix S230 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2009-01-08 | 2009-02-03 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 24.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 9 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3472 x 2604 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 2000 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 34-102mm (3.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.1 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 6.3 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 155 gr (0.34 pounds) | 115 gr (0.25 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 60 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 91 x 57 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | KLIC-7001 | EN-EL10 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $39 | $150 |