Kodak M340 vs Nikon S3700

Here is a complete analysis of the Kodak M340 versus Nikon S3700, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Kodak and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the M340 (10MP) and S3700 (20MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The M340 was unveiled 7 years earlier than the S3700 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a brief view of how the M340 scores against the S3700 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare M340 and Nikon Coolpix S3700. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak M340 Gallery and Nikon S3700 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Kodak M340 has got exterior measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Nikon S3700 has sizing of 96mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

See the Kodak M340 versus Nikon S3700 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the M340 compared to the S3700.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M340 and S3700 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the M340 and S3700.

As you can see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon S3700 to resolve extra detail having an extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images way more aggressively. The older M340 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.