Kodak M340 vs Pentax P70

Here is a extended analysis of the Kodak M340 vs Pentax P70, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Kodak and Pentax. The resolution of the M340 (10MP) and the P70 (12MP) is very close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The M340 was introduced within a month of the P70 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the M340 grades against the P70 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare M340 & Pentax Optio P70. The whole galleries are viewable at Kodak M340 Gallery & Pentax P70 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Kodak M340 features external dimensions 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 Pentax P70 has measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the M340 compared to the P70.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M340 and P70 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by viewing a spec sheet. The visual below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M340 and P70.

Clearly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Pentax P70 to result in more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics way more aggressively.