Kodak M381 vs Nikon S1100pj

Here, we will be comparing the Kodak M381 and Nikon S1100pj, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Kodak and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the M381 (12MP) and the S1100pj (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The M381 was released 12 months earlier than the S1100pj so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the M381 scores vs the S1100pj when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare M381 and Nikon Coolpix S1100pj. The complete galleries are available at Kodak M381 Gallery and Nikon S1100pj Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Kodak M381 features external measurements of 101mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Nikon S1100pj has sizing of 101mm x 68mm x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Contrast the Kodak M381 and Nikon S1100pj in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the M381 and the S1100pj.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the M381 and S1100pj is 95 and 93 respectively.

Often, its hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing a spec sheet. The visual below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the M381 and S1100pj.

Clearly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon S1100pj to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older M381 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.