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Kodak M320 vs Samsung TL240

Portability
95
Imaging
32
Features
10
Overall
23
Kodak EasyShare M320 front
 
Samsung TL240 front
Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
32
Overall
35

Kodak M320 vs Samsung TL240 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
  • Revealed January 2009
Samsung TL240
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 4800 (Bump to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
  • 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
  • Announced January 2010
  • Alternate Name is ST5000
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Kodak M320 vs Samsung TL240 Overview

Following is a thorough analysis of the Kodak M320 versus Samsung TL240, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Kodak and Samsung. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the M320 (9MP) and TL240 (14MP) and the M320 (1/2.5") and TL240 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The M320 was launched 12 months prior to the TL240 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the M320 scores versus the TL240 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Kodak M320 over the Samsung TL240

 M320 TL240 

Reasons to pick Samsung TL240 over the Kodak M320

 TL240 M320 
AnnouncedJanuary 2010January 2009More modern by 12 months
Screen size3.5"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.8")
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Kodak M320 and Samsung TL240

 M320 TL240 
Manually focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Kodak M320 vs Samsung TL240 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M320 enjoys outer dimensions of 97mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL240 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check the Kodak M320 versus Samsung TL240 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the M320 against the TL240.

Kodak M320 vs Samsung TL240 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the M320 and TL240 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Kodak M320 vs Samsung TL240 top view buttons comparison

Kodak M320 vs Samsung TL240 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at a spec sheet. The image underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the M320 and TL240.

As you can see, the 2 cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The M320 because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Samsung TL240 will give extra detail utilizing its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged M320 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Kodak M320 vs Samsung TL240 sensor size comparison

Kodak M320 vs Samsung TL240 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak M320 vs Samsung TL240 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak M320 Portrait photography factors
Samsung TL240 Portrait photography factors
19
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
low resolution (9MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.5")
lacks RAW files
28
good resolution (14MP)
no manual focus
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Kodak M320 Street photography highlights
Samsung TL240 Street photography highlights
47
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.5")
lacks RAW files
more heavy than others in class (155 grams)
60
image stabilization (Optical)
features focus by touch
no articulating screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
more heavy than average (160 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Kodak M320 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung TL240 as a Sports photography camera
16
max shutter speed is low (1/1,400 seconds)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (9MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.5")
lacks phase detect autofocus
43
image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
has tracking autofocus
no shutter priority
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Kodak M320
Travel photography with Samsung TL240
50
built-in flash
lack of Timelapse mode
more heavy than others in class (155 grams)
low resolution (9MP)
does not contain selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (34mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
60
features focus by touch
good resolution (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
does not have Timelapse mode
more heavy than average (160g)
does not have selfie friendly display
wide angle not the best (31mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak M320 Landscape photography features
Samsung TL240 Landscape photography features
22
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (34mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (9MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.5")
lacks RAW files
lack of Timelapse mode
37
bigger than average screen (3.5")
image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (31mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
manual mode not available
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak M320 Vlogging advice
Samsung TL240 Vlogging advice
22
wide angle not fantastic (34mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not contain selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of microphone port
more heavy than others in class (155g)
27
built-in touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (31mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
does not have selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external microphone port
more heavy than average (160g)
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Kodak M320 vs Samsung TL240 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak M320 and Samsung TL240
 Kodak EasyShare M320Samsung TL240
General Information
Brand Name Kodak Samsung
Model type Kodak EasyShare M320 Samsung TL240
Also called - ST5000
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2009-01-08 2010-01-06
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.5" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 5.744 x 4.308mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 24.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 9MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 3472 x 2604 4334 x 3256
Maximum native ISO 1600 4800
Maximum enhanced ISO - 6400
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 25 -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 34-102mm (3.0x) 31-217mm (7.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.8-5.1 f/3.3-5.5
Macro focusing range 10cm 1cm
Crop factor 6.3 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inch 3.5 inch
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4s 8s
Max shutter speed 1/1400s 1/1500s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.00 m 5.00 m
Flash modes Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone 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
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 155g (0.34 pounds) 160g (0.35 pounds)
Physical dimensions 97 x 60 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 SLB-11A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Price at release $39 $171