Kodak M381 vs Nikon S3100

Let's look much closer at the Kodak M381 and Nikon S3100, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Kodak and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the M381 (12MP) and the S3100 (14MP) is fairly similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The M381 was launched 18 months earlier than the S3100 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the M381 matches up vs the S3100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare M381 and Nikon Coolpix S3100. The complete galleries are provided at Kodak M381 Gallery and Nikon S3100 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Kodak M381 enjoys external measurements of 101mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Nikon S3100 has sizing of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the M381 and the S3100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M381 and S3100 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the M381 and S3100.

Plainly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon S3100 to offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images much more aggressively. The older M381 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.