Kodak M380 vs Nikon S3000

On this page, we are looking at the Kodak M380 versus Nikon S3000, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Kodak and Nikon. The resolution of the M380 (10MP) and the S3000 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The M380 was unveiled 13 months prior to the S3000 making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the M380 scores vs the S3000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare M380 and Nikon Coolpix S3000. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak M380 Gallery and Nikon S3000 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Kodak M380 enjoys external measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Nikon S3000 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Kodak M380 versus Nikon S3000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the M380 vs the S3000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the M380 and S3000 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions only by looking through technical specs. The picture here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the M380 and S3000.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon S3000 to provide you with greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged M380 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.