Kodak M320 vs Samsung CL80

Here is a extensive analysis of the Kodak M320 vs Samsung CL80, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Kodak and Samsung. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the M320 (9MP) and CL80 (14MP) and the M320 (1/2.5") and CL80 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizes.

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The M320 was introduced 12 months earlier than the CL80 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the M320 grades against the CL80 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare M320 and Samsung CL80. The whole galleries are available at Kodak M320 Gallery and Samsung CL80 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Kodak M320 has got exterior dimensions of 97mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Samsung CL80 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the M320 against the CL80.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the M320 and CL80 is 95 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing technical specs. The visual below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the M320 and CL80.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The M320 with its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Samsung CL80 will provide extra detail using its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The older M320 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.