Kodak M381 vs Nikon S01

The following is a extended analysis of the Kodak M381 vs Nikon S01, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Nikon. The resolution of the M381 (12MP) and the S01 (10MP) is very well matched but the M381 (1/2.3") and S01 (1/2.9") enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The M381 was announced 4 years earlier than the S01 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going through a full comparison, below is a brief view of how the M381 matches up against the S01 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare M381 and Nikon Coolpix S01. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak M381 Gallery and Nikon S01 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Kodak M381 features outside dimensions of 101mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Nikon S01 has proportions of 77mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 96 grams (0.21 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the M381 compared to the S01.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the M381 and S01 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specifications. The pic here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the M381 and S01.

Plainly, both of those cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The M381 with its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Kodak M381 will give extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged M381 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.