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Kodak M340 vs Nikon S4100

Portability
96
Imaging
32
Features
11
Overall
23
Kodak EasyShare M340 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S4100 front
Portability
99
Imaging
36
Features
33
Overall
34

Kodak M340 vs Nikon S4100 Key Specs

Kodak M340
(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
  • Revealed January 2009
Nikon S4100
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • n/ag - 95 x 57 x 20mm
  • Announced February 2011
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Kodak M340 vs Nikon S4100 Overview

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Kodak M340 versus Nikon S4100, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Kodak and Nikon. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the M340 (10MP) and S4100 (14MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The M340 was unveiled 3 years prior to the S4100 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the M340 grades against the S4100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Kodak M340 over the Nikon S4100

 M340 S4100 

Reasons to pick Nikon S4100 over the Kodak M340

 S4100 M340 
AnnouncedFebruary 2011January 2009Newer by 25 months
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Kodak M340 and Nikon S4100

 M340 S4100 
Manual focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Kodak M340 vs Nikon S4100 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Kodak M340 offers physical measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs) while the Nikon S4100 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Analyze the Kodak M340 versus Nikon S4100 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the M340 compared to the S4100.

Kodak M340 vs Nikon S4100 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M340 and S4100 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Kodak M340 vs Nikon S4100 top view buttons comparison

Kodak M340 vs Nikon S4100 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, its tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the M340 and S4100.

As you can see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Nikon S4100 to offer you more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged M340 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Kodak M340 vs Nikon S4100 sensor size comparison

Kodak M340 vs Nikon S4100 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak M340 vs Nikon S4100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak M340 Portrait photography advice
Nikon S4100 Portrait photography advice
19
lack of manual focus
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
33
megapixel count good (14MP)
features face detection autofocus
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Kodak M340 Street photography highlights
Nikon S4100 Street photography highlights
47
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
64
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes focus via touch
fixed screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Kodak M340 Sports photography factors
Nikon S4100 Sports photography factors
16
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (10MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
36
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
features tracking autofocus
low fps (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
terrible battery power (190 per charge)
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Kodak M340
Travel photography with Nikon S4100
51
flash built-in
doesn't have Time Lapse function
low megapixels (10MP)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
66
includes focus via touch
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
fairly wide (26mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
terrible battery power (190 per charge)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Kodak M340
Landscape photography with Nikon S4100
22
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
lack of manual mode
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (10MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse function
40
fairly wide (26mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (14MP)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
lack of manual mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
terrible battery power (190 CIPA)
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak M340 as a Vlogging camera
Nikon S4100 as a Vlogging camera
22
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 pixels)
doesn't have external mic port
33
fairly wide (26mm)
touch screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features face detection autofocus
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
display isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external mic support
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Kodak M340 vs Nikon S4100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak M340 and Nikon S4100
 Kodak EasyShare M340Nikon Coolpix S4100
General Information
Company Kodak Nikon
Model Kodak EasyShare M340 Nikon Coolpix S4100
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2009-01-05 2011-02-09
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
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 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Maximum resolution 3664 x 2748 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Lowest native ISO 64 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points 5 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-105mm (3.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.1-5.7 f/3.2-6.5
Macro focus range 7cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7" 3"
Resolution of display 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 seconds 4 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.50 m 4.50 m
Flash modes Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 115 grams (0.25 lbs) -
Dimensions 96 x 59 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 190 shots
Battery style - Battery Pack
Battery model KLIC-7001 EN-EL19
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (10 or 2 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC card, Internal SD / SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One One
Pricing at launch $130 $140