Kodak M340 vs Sony TX1
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Kodak M340 vs Sony TX1 Key Specs
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- 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
- Launched January 2009
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- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 142g - 94 x 58 x 17mm
- Revealed August 2009
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Let's examine more in depth at the Kodak M340 vs Sony TX1, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Kodak and Sony. The resolution of the M340 (10MP) and the TX1 (10MP) is relatively comparable but the M340 (1/2.3") and TX1 (1/2.4") enjoy different sensor dimensions.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe M340 was unveiled 7 months earlier than the TX1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the M340 grades versus the TX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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This is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M340 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The full galleries are available at Kodak M340 Gallery and Sony TX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M340 over the Sony TX1
| M340 | TX1 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony TX1 over the Kodak M340
| TX1 | M340 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | August 2009 |  | January 2009 | More recent by 7 months |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Kodak M340 and Sony TX1
| M340 | TX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen |
Kodak M340 vs Sony TX1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you should take into account its weight and size. The Kodak M340 features exterior 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) and the Sony TX1 has specifications of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the M340 vs the TX1.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the M340 and TX1 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Kodak M340 vs Sony TX1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements merely by going through a spec sheet. The visual here may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the M340 and TX1.
Clearly, each of these cameras offer the same exact MP albeit different sensor measurements. The M340 includes the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier. The older M340 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Kodak M340 vs Sony TX1 Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare M340 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Kodak | Sony |
| Model type | Kodak EasyShare M340 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 |
| Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Launched | 2009-01-05 | 2009-08-06 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 3664 x 2748 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 125 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 5 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.7 | f/3.5-4.6 |
| Macro focusing distance | 7cm | 8cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1250s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.00 m |
| Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 115 grams (0.25 lb) | 142 grams (0.31 lb) |
| Dimensions | 96 x 59 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 94 x 58 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" 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) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at launch | $130 | $350 |