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Kodak M340 vs Samsung ST65

Portability
96
Imaging
33
Features
11
Overall
24
Kodak EasyShare M340 front
 
Samsung ST65 front
Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29

Kodak M340 vs Samsung ST65 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
  • Introduced January 2009
Samsung ST65
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
  • Released January 2011
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Kodak M340 vs Samsung ST65 Overview

Lets look more in depth at the Kodak M340 and Samsung ST65, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Kodak and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the M340 (10MP) and ST65 (14MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The M340 was unveiled 24 months prior to the ST65 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the M340 scores versus the ST65 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Kodak M340 over the Samsung ST65

 M340 ST65 

Reasons to pick Samsung ST65 over the Kodak M340

 ST65 M340 
ReleasedJanuary 2011January 2009Newer by 24 months
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kSharper screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Kodak M340 and Samsung ST65

 M340 ST65 
Manually focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither includes Touch friendly screen

Kodak M340 vs Samsung ST65 Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you should factor in its weight and size. The Kodak M340 features outer measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs) while the Samsung ST65 has specifications of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the M340 vs the ST65.

Kodak M340 vs Samsung ST65 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the M340 and ST65 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Kodak M340 vs Samsung ST65 top view buttons comparison

Kodak M340 vs Samsung ST65 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specs. The pic below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the M340 and ST65.

All in all, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Samsung ST65 to render more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged M340 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Kodak M340 vs Samsung ST65 sensor size comparison

Kodak M340 vs Samsung ST65 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak M340 vs Samsung ST65 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak M340 Portrait photography info
Samsung ST65 Portrait photography info
19
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
MP count low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
28
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Kodak M340 Street photography factors
Samsung ST65 Street photography factors
47
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
49
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
low maximum ISO (0)
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Sports Comparison

Kodak M340 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung ST65 as a Sports photography camera
16
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
26
megapixel count good (14MP)
fixed focal length (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Kodak M340
Travel photography with Samsung ST65
51
has built in flash
missing Time Lapse function
MP count low (10 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
71
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
great maximum aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse recording
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Kodak M340
Landscape photography with Samsung ST65
22
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
small screen (2.7")
manual mode not available
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (10MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
missing Time Lapse function
37
great maximum aperture (f)
screen size is good (3")
megapixel count good (14MP)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no manual mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (0)
lacks RAW format
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Kodak M340
Vlogging with Samsung ST65
22
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 resolution)
missing mic socket
27
great maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external mic support
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Kodak M340 vs Samsung ST65 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak M340 and Samsung ST65
 Kodak EasyShare M340Samsung ST65
General Information
Brand Name Kodak Samsung
Model type Kodak EasyShare M340 Samsung ST65
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2009-01-05 2011-01-19
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Maximum resolution 3664 x 2748 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 -
Min native ISO 64 -
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points 5 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-105mm (3.0x) ()
Max aperture f/3.1-5.7 -
Macro focusing range 7cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 230 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 secs 8 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/2000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.50 m -
Flash options Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off -
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) 1280 x 720
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG -
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 115 grams (0.25 pounds) -
Physical dimensions 96 x 59 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7")
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 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) -
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC card, Internal -
Card slots 1 1
Pricing at launch $130 $130