Kodak M340 vs Samsung SL720
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![Kodak EasyShare M340 front Kodak EasyShare M340 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Kodak-EasyShare-M340/Kodak-M340-front.jpg)
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Kodak M340 vs Samsung SL720 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.1-5.7) lens
- 115g - 96 x 59 x 19mm
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Introduced July 2009
- Other Name is PL70
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Kodak M340 vs Samsung SL720 Overview
Below is a comprehensive assessment of the Kodak M340 versus Samsung SL720, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Kodak and Samsung. The image resolution of the M340 (10MP) and the SL720 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The M340 was introduced 6 months earlier than the SL720 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the M340 scores vs the SL720 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Kodak M340 vs Samsung SL720 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare M340 and Samsung SL720. The whole galleries are viewable at Kodak M340 Gallery and Samsung SL720 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M340 over the Samsung SL720
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Reasons to pick Samsung SL720 over the Kodak M340
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Common features in the Kodak M340 and Samsung SL720
M340 | SL720 | |||
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Introduced | January 2009 | ![]() | July 2009 | Similar generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Kodak M340 vs Samsung SL720 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Kodak M340 offers physical 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) while the Samsung SL720 has proportions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Examine the Kodak M340 versus Samsung SL720 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the M340 compared to the SL720.
![Kodak M340 vs Samsung SL720 size comparison Kodak M340 vs Samsung SL720 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-M340-vs-Samsung-SL720-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the M340 and SL720 is 96 and 94 respectively.
![Kodak M340 vs Samsung SL720 top view buttons comparison Kodak M340 vs Samsung SL720 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-M340-vs-Samsung-SL720-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Kodak M340 vs Samsung SL720 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements merely by looking at specs. The visual here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the M340 and SL720.
All in all, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Samsung SL720 to resolve more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos more aggressively.
![Kodak M340 vs Samsung SL720 sensor size comparison Kodak M340 vs Samsung SL720 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-M340-vs-Samsung-SL720-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Kodak M340 vs Samsung SL720 Screen and ViewFinder
![Kodak M340 vs Samsung SL720 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Kodak M340 vs Samsung SL720 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-M340-vs-Samsung-SL720-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Kodak M340 vs Samsung SL720 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M340 | Samsung SL720 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Kodak | Samsung |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M340 | Samsung SL720 |
Alternate name | - | PL70 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-01-05 | 2009-07-14 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3664 x 2748 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 5 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.7 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 7cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1500s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 4.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
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) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 115g (0.25 lbs) | 168g (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 59 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $130 | $119 |