Kodak M380 vs Nikon S70
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Kodak M380 vs Nikon S70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-190mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 155g - 100 x 60 x 20mm
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 160g - 97 x 61 x 20mm
- Launched August 2009

Kodak M380 vs Nikon S70 Overview
In this write-up, we will be matching up the Kodak M380 vs Nikon S70, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Kodak and Nikon. The image resolution of the M380 (10MP) and the S70 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The M380 was manufactured 6 months earlier than the S70 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a concise overview of how the M380 matches up against the S70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Kodak M380 vs Nikon S70 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M380 and Nikon Coolpix S70. The entire galleries are available at Kodak M380 Gallery and Nikon S70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M380 over the Nikon S70
M380 | S70 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S70 over the Kodak M380
S70 | M380 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 288k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+58k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Kodak M380 and Nikon S70
M380 | S70 | |||
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Launched | January 2009 | ![]() | August 2009 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Kodak M380 vs Nikon S70 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M380 comes with outer dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Nikon S70 has dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Examine the Kodak M380 vs Nikon S70 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the M380 against the S70.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M380 and S70 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Kodak M380 vs Nikon S70 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing simply by looking at specifications. The visual here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the M380 and S70.
Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon S70 to give greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively.

Kodak M380 vs Nikon S70 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak M380 vs Nikon S70 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M380 | Nikon Coolpix S70 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Nikon |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M380 | Nikon Coolpix S70 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2009-01-08 | 2009-08-04 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Expeed |
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, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 38-190mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.9-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 288 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1448s | 1/8000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | - |
External flash | ||
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 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 155g (0.34 pounds) | 160g (0.35 pounds) |
Dimensions | 100 x 60 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 97 x 61 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
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-7003 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $160 | $290 |