Kodak M320 vs Samsung ST30
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Kodak M320 vs Samsung ST30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 34-102mm (F2.8-5.1) lens
- 155g - 97 x 60 x 21mm
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 87g - 82 x 52 x 17mm
- Launched January 2011
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Its time to examine more in depth at the Kodak M320 versus Samsung ST30, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the M320 (9MP) and the ST30 (10MP) is pretty comparable but the M320 (1/2.5") and ST30 (1/3") enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe M320 was launched 24 months earlier than the ST30 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summary of how the M320 scores against the ST30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Below is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare M320 and Samsung ST30. The complete galleries are available at Kodak M320 Gallery and Samsung ST30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M320 over the Samsung ST30
| M320 | ST30 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung ST30 over the Kodak M320
| ST30 | M320 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2011 |  | January 2009 | More modern by 24 months |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak M320 and Samsung ST30
| M320 | ST30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Missing Touch screen |
Kodak M320 vs Samsung ST30 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Kodak M320 has exterior dimensions of 97mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST30 has sizing of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs).
Compare the Kodak M320 versus Samsung ST30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the M320 vs the ST30.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M320 and ST30 is 95 and 98 respectively.
Kodak M320 vs Samsung ST30 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing specifications. The picture underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the M320 and ST30.
To sum up, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The M320 because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Samsung ST30 will provide greater detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged M320 will be behind in sensor innovation.
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Kodak M320 vs Samsung ST30 Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare M320 | Samsung ST30 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Kodak | Samsung |
| Model type | Kodak EasyShare M320 | Samsung ST30 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Announced | 2009-01-08 | 2011-01-19 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
| Sensor surface area | 24.7mm² | 17.3mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 9MP | 10MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Full resolution | 3472 x 2604 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | - |
| Min native ISO | 80 | - |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 25 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 34-102mm (3.0x) | () |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.1 | - |
| Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
| Crop factor | 6.3 | 7.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/2000s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.00 m | - |
| Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 155g (0.34 pounds) | 87g (0.19 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 97 x 60 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 82 x 52 x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
| 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 ID | KLIC-7001 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | - |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Price at launch | $39 | $55 |