Kodak M340 vs Sony W560

Following is a complete analysis of the Kodak M340 versus Sony W560, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Kodak and Sony. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the M340 (10MP) and W560 (14MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The M340 was introduced 24 months prior to the W560 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the M340 grades vs the W560 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare M340 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The whole galleries are available at Kodak M340 Gallery and Sony W560 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Kodak M340 has got external 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) whilst the Sony W560 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Look at the Kodak M340 versus Sony W560 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the M340 compared to the W560.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M340 and W560 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading technical specs. The picture underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the M340 and W560.

As you can tell, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony W560 to offer greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged M340 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.