Kodak M340 vs Sony W310
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Kodak M340 vs Sony W310 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
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 137g - 95 x 55 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2010
Kodak M340 vs Sony W310 Overview
Its time to look a bit more closely at the Kodak M340 and Sony W310, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Sony. The resolution of the M340 (10MP) and the W310 (12MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe M340 was released 12 months prior to the W310 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the M340 matches up against the W310 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Kodak M340 vs Sony W310 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M340 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The complete galleries are provided at Kodak M340 Gallery and Sony W310 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M340 over the Sony W310
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Reasons to pick Sony W310 over the Kodak M340
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Revealed | January 2010 | January 2009 | Fresher by 12 months |
Common features in the Kodak M340 and Sony W310
M340 | W310 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurements | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Kodak M340 vs Sony W310 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M340 features physical measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Sony W310 has dimensions of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).
Check the Kodak M340 and Sony W310 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the M340 compared to the W310.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the M340 and W310 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Kodak M340 vs Sony W310 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over specs. The visual below may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the M340 and W310.
As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony W310 to offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The older M340 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Kodak M340 vs Sony W310 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M340 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Sony |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M340 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2009-01-05 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3664 x 2748 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 5 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.7 | f/3.0-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 7cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 1 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
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, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 115 gr (0.25 lb) | 137 gr (0.30 lb) |
Dimensions | 96 x 59 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 95 x 55 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $130 | $150 |