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Kodak M320 vs Samsung ST30

Portability
95
Imaging
32
Features
10
Overall
23
Kodak EasyShare M320 front
 
Samsung ST30 front
Portability
98
Imaging
33
Features
18
Overall
27

Kodak M320 vs Samsung ST30 Key Specs

Kodak M320
(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
Samsung ST30
(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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Kodak M320 vs Samsung ST30 Overview

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.

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The 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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Reasons to pick Kodak M320 over the Samsung ST30

 M320 ST30 

Reasons to pick Samsung ST30 over the Kodak M320

 ST30 M320 
LaunchedJanuary 2011January 2009More modern by 24 months
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kCrisper screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Kodak M320 and Samsung ST30

 M320 ST30 
Manually focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Kodak M320 vs Samsung ST30 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M320 and ST30 is 95 and 98 respectively.

Kodak M320 vs Samsung ST30 top view buttons comparison

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.

Kodak M320 vs Samsung ST30 sensor size comparison

Kodak M320 vs Samsung ST30 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak M320 vs Samsung ST30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Kodak M320
Portrait photography with Samsung ST30
19
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
sensor resolution not great (9MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.5")
does not have RAW support
19
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
MP count low (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Kodak M320 Street photography factors
Samsung ST30 Street photography factors
47
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.5")
does not have RAW support
heavier than average in class (155 grams)
54
lighter than competition in class (87g)
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/3")
doesn't have RAW format
max ISO too low (0)
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Sports Comparison

Kodak M320 Sports photography advice
Samsung ST30 Sports photography advice
16
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (9 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.5")
does not have phase detect AF
16
fixed focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Kodak M320 Travel photography features
Samsung ST30 Travel photography features
50
built-in flash
missing Time Lapse function
heavier than average in class (155 grams)
sensor resolution not great (9MP)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (34mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
65
lighter than competition in class (87 grams)
has built in flash
fast maximum aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse recording
MP count low (10 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak M320 Landscape photography features
Samsung ST30 Landscape photography features
22
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (34mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual mode not possible
no image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (9 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.5")
does not have RAW support
missing Time Lapse function
31
fast maximum aperture (f)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
lack of manual mode
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/3")
max ISO too low (0)
doesn't have RAW format
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak M320 Vlogging details
Samsung ST30 Vlogging details
22
wide angle not fantastic (34mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 pixels)
missing external mic jack
heavier than average in class (155g)
29
fast maximum aperture (f)
lighter than competition in class (87g)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 pixels)
does not have mic socket
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Kodak M320 vs Samsung ST30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak M320 and Samsung ST30
 Kodak EasyShare M320Samsung 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