Kodak M381 vs Nikon S3000

Below, we will be evaluating the Kodak M381 versus Nikon S3000, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Kodak and Nikon. The image resolution of the M381 (12MP) and the S3000 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The M381 was introduced 6 months before the S3000 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the M381 scores vs the S3000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare M381 & Nikon Coolpix S3000. The whole galleries are available at Kodak M381 Gallery & Nikon S3000 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Kodak M381 offers outer dimensions of 101mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Nikon S3000 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Kodak M381 versus Nikon S3000 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the M381 and the S3000.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M381 and S3000 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through specs. The graphic below may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the M381 and S3000.

All in all, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution so you can expect similar quality of images but you should really take the age of the products into consideration.