Kodak M340 vs Nikon S2900

Below, we are evaluating the Kodak M340 versus Nikon S2900, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Kodak and Nikon. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the M340 (10MP) and S2900 (20MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The M340 was launched 7 years earlier than the S2900 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the M340 scores against the S2900 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare M340 and Nikon Coolpix S2900. The complete galleries are provided at Kodak M340 Gallery and Nikon S2900 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Kodak M340 comes with external measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Nikon S2900 has measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Analyze the Kodak M340 versus Nikon S2900 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the M340 against the S2900.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the M340 and S2900 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading through specifications. The photograph below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the M340 and S2900.

To sum up, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S2900 to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The older M340 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.