Kodak M340 vs Nikon S3000
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Kodak M340 vs Nikon S3000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.1-5.7) lens
- 115g - 96 x 59 x 19mm
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 116g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Announced February 2010

Kodak M340 vs Nikon S3000 Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the Kodak M340 vs Nikon S3000, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Kodak and Nikon. The resolution of the M340 (10MP) and the S3000 (12MP) is relatively close and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The M340 was released 13 months prior to the S3000 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the M340 matches up vs the S3000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Kodak M340 vs Nikon S3000 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M340 & Nikon Coolpix S3000. The complete galleries are available at Kodak M340 Gallery & Nikon S3000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M340 over the Nikon S3000
M340 | S3000 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S3000 over the Kodak M340
S3000 | M340 | |||
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Announced | February 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 13 months |
Common features in the Kodak M340 and Nikon S3000
M340 | S3000 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Kodak M340 vs Nikon S3000 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Kodak M340 has got outside dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Nikon S3000 has specifications of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
See the Kodak M340 vs Nikon S3000 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the M340 against the S3000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the M340 and S3000 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Kodak M340 vs Nikon S3000 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by looking through specs. The graphic here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the M340 and S3000.
All in all, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Nikon S3000 to render greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The older M340 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Kodak M340 vs Nikon S3000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak M340 vs Nikon S3000 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M340 | Nikon Coolpix S3000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Nikon |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M340 | Nikon Coolpix S3000 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2009-01-05 | 2010-02-03 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3664 x 2748 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 5 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 27-108mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.7 | f/3.2-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 7cm | 8cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 115 gr (0.25 pounds) | 116 gr (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 96 x 59 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 | EN-EL10 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $130 | $150 |