Kodak M381 vs Nikon S220
95 Imaging
34 Features
13 Overall
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97 Imaging
33 Features
11 Overall
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Kodak M381 vs Nikon S220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-175mm (F3.0-4.8) lens
- 153g - 101 x 60 x 20mm
- Released July 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 2000
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 100g - 90 x 56 x 18mm
- Released February 2009

Kodak M381 vs Nikon S220 Overview
Below is a detailed analysis of the Kodak M381 versus Nikon S220, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Kodak and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the M381 (12MP) and the S220 (10MP) is pretty similar and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The M381 was unveiled 6 months later than the S220 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the M381 scores versus the S220 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Kodak M381 vs Nikon S220 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare M381 and Nikon Coolpix S220. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak M381 Gallery and Nikon S220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M381 over the Nikon S220
M381 | S220 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Nikon S220 over the Kodak M381
S220 | M381 |
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Common features in the Kodak M381 and Nikon S220
M381 | S220 | |||
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Released | July 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Similar generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Kodak M381 vs Nikon S220 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Kodak M381 provides outside measurements 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 S220 has sizing of 90mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs).
Check out the Kodak M381 versus Nikon S220 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the M381 and the S220.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M381 and S220 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Kodak M381 vs Nikon S220 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reviewing technical specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the M381 and S220.
As you can tell, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Kodak M381 to offer you extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a little more aggressively.

Kodak M381 vs Nikon S220 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak M381 vs Nikon S220 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M381 | Nikon Coolpix S220 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Kodak | Nikon |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M381 | Nikon Coolpix S220 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-07-29 | 2009-02-03 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 2000 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-4.8 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.5" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 153g (0.34 lbs) | 100g (0.22 lbs) |
Dimensions | 101 x 60 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 90 x 56 x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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-EL10 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $170 | $56 |