Kodak M340 vs Samsung ST90

Following is a comprehensive review of the Kodak M340 vs Samsung ST90, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Kodak and Samsung. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the M340 (10MP) and ST90 (14MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The M340 was revealed 24 months earlier than the ST90 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the M340 grades vs the ST90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M340 & Samsung ST90. The full galleries are provided at Kodak M340 Gallery & Samsung ST90 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Kodak M340 enjoys physical dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Samsung ST90 has sizing of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the M340 vs the ST90.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the M340 and ST90 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading a spec sheet. The picture underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M340 and ST90.

Clearly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can count on the Samsung ST90 to offer you extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged M340 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.