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Kodak M320 vs Nikon S2900

Portability
95
Imaging
32
Features
10
Overall
23
Kodak EasyShare M320 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S2900 front
Portability
96
Imaging
46
Features
32
Overall
40

Kodak M320 vs Nikon S2900 Key Specs

Kodak M320
(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
  • Announced January 2009
Nikon S2900
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
  • Revealed January 2015
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Kodak M320 vs Nikon S2900 Overview

Lets take a more detailed look at the Kodak M320 vs Nikon S2900, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Kodak and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the M320 (9MP) and S2900 (20MP) and the M320 (1/2.5") and S2900 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The M320 was launched 7 years earlier than the S2900 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the M320 matches up against the S2900 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Kodak M320 over the Nikon S2900

 M320 S2900 

Reasons to pick Nikon S2900 over the Kodak M320

 S2900 M320 
RevealedJanuary 2015January 2009Newer by 73 months

Common features in the Kodak M320 and Nikon S2900

 M320 S2900 
Manual focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen sizing
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lacking Touch friendly screen

Kodak M320 vs Nikon S2900 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Kodak M320 features exterior dimensions of 97mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Nikon S2900 has specifications of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check the Kodak M320 vs Nikon S2900 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the M320 and the S2900.

Kodak M320 vs Nikon S2900 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the M320 and S2900 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Kodak M320 vs Nikon S2900 top view buttons comparison

Kodak M320 vs Nikon S2900 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the M320 and S2900.

As you can see, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The M320 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Nikon S2900 will resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged M320 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Kodak M320 vs Nikon S2900 sensor size comparison

Kodak M320 vs Nikon S2900 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak M320 vs Nikon S2900 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Kodak M320
Portrait photography with Nikon S2900
19
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
megapixel count low (9MP)
sensor is small (1/2.5")
lacks RAW files
39
megapixel count decent (20 megapixels)
includes face detect focus
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Kodak M320 Street photography advice
Nikon S2900 Street photography advice
47
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.5")
lacks RAW files
heavier than average in class (155g)
59
built in image stabilization (Digital)
fixed screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Kodak M320 Sports photography highlights
Nikon S2900 Sports photography highlights
16
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (9MP)
sensor is small (1/2.5")
lacks phase detect auto focus
51
built in image stabilization (Digital)
megapixel count decent (20 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
good battery power (250 per charge)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Kodak M320 as a Travel photography camera
Nikon S2900 as a Travel photography camera
50
flash built-in
no Time Lapse function
heavier than average in class (155 grams)
megapixel count low (9 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (34mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
70
good battery power (250 CIPA)
megapixel count decent (20 megapixels)
built-in flash
pretty wide (26mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak M320 Landscape photography info
Nikon S2900 Landscape photography info
22
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (34mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (9MP)
sensor is small (1/2.5")
lacks RAW files
no Time Lapse function
44
pretty wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
megapixel count decent (20 megapixels)
good battery power (250 shots)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
small screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak M320 Vlogging factors
Nikon S2900 Vlogging factors
22
wide angle not fantastic (34mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 pixels)
no mic socket
heavier than average in class (155g)
32
pretty wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
includes face detect focus
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of mic support
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Kodak M320 vs Nikon S2900 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak M320 and Nikon S2900
 Kodak EasyShare M320Nikon Coolpix S2900
General Information
Brand Name Kodak Nikon
Model type Kodak EasyShare M320 Nikon Coolpix S2900
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Announced 2009-01-08 2015-01-14
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor - Expeed C2
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 surface area 24.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 9 megapixels 20 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 3472 x 2604 5152 x 3864
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 25 -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 34-102mm (3.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.8-5.1 f/3.2-6.5
Macro focusing distance 10cm 10cm
Crop factor 6.3 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 secs 4 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/1400 secs 1/2000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.00 m 4.00 m
Flash settings Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off -
External flash
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) 1280 x 720 (30p)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 155 grams (0.34 pounds) 119 grams (0.26 pounds)
Physical dimensions 97 x 60 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 250 photos
Battery style - Battery Pack
Battery ID KLIC-7001 EN-EL19
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Launch pricing $39 $117