Kodak M340 vs Panasonic FS7

Below, we are reviewing the Kodak M340 versus Panasonic FS7, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Kodak and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the M340 (10MP) and the FS7 (10MP) is very comparable but the M340 (1/2.3") and FS7 (1/2.5") use different sensor dimensions.

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The M340 was released about the same time to the FS7 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the M340 matches up versus the FS7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare M340 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7. The complete galleries are provided at Kodak M340 Gallery and Panasonic FS7 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Kodak M340 provides outer dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS7 has sizing of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak M340 versus Panasonic FS7 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the M340 compared to the FS7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the M340 and FS7 is 96 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by checking out specifications. The picture below may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M340 and FS7.

Plainly, both the cameras have got the exact same resolution but different sensor dimensions. The M340 provides the larger sensor which should make achieving shallow DOF less difficult.