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Kodak M381 vs Nikon S4000

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
13
Overall
26
Kodak EasyShare M381 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S4000 front
Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
20
Overall
29

Kodak M381 vs Nikon S4000 Key Specs

Kodak M381
(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
  • Revealed July 2009
Nikon S4000
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
  • 131g - 95 x 57 x 20mm
  • Introduced February 2010
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Kodak M381 vs Nikon S4000 Overview

Below, we are evaluating the Kodak M381 vs Nikon S4000, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Kodak and Nikon. The resolution of the M381 (12MP) and the S4000 (12MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The M381 was revealed 6 months prior to the S4000 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the M381 scores versus the S4000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Kodak M381 over the Nikon S4000

 M381 S4000 

Reasons to pick Nikon S4000 over the Kodak M381

 S4000 M381 
Display resolution460k230kClearer display (+230k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Kodak M381 and Nikon S4000

 M381 S4000 
IntroducedJuly 2009February 2010Same generation
Focus manually No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension3"3"Identical display measurements
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen

Kodak M381 vs Nikon S4000 Physical Comparison

In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Kodak M381 comes with exterior dimensions 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 S4000 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

Check out the Kodak M381 vs Nikon S4000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the M381 vs the S4000.

Kodak M381 vs Nikon S4000 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the M381 and S4000 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Kodak M381 vs Nikon S4000 top view buttons comparison

Kodak M381 vs Nikon S4000 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions only by looking through technical specs. The pic here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the M381 and S4000.

As you can tell, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP and you should expect comparable quality of photos although you should factor the release date of the cameras into account.

Kodak M381 vs Nikon S4000 sensor size comparison

Kodak M381 vs Nikon S4000 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak M381 vs Nikon S4000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak M381 as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon S4000 as a Portrait photography camera
21
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
21
manual focus not available
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Kodak M381 as a Street photography camera
Nikon S4000 as a Street photography camera
47
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
heavier than competition in class (153 grams)
48
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Kodak M381 as a Sports photography camera
Nikon S4000 as a Sports photography camera
17
low max shutter speed (1/1,400s)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
17
low fps (3.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Kodak M381 Travel photography factors
Nikon S4000 Travel photography factors
50
built-in flash
missing Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition in class (153g)
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.0)
58
has built in flash
reasonably wide (27mm)
does not have Timelapse recording
low MP (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak M381 Landscape photography factors
Nikon S4000 Landscape photography factors
28
screen size is decent (3 inches)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.0)
no manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
missing Time Lapse mode
32
reasonably wide (27mm)
screen size is good (3")
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
manual mode not available
does not have image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
does not have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak M381 Vlogging factors
Nikon S4000 Vlogging factors
22
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.0)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 pixels)
missing mic jack
heavier than competition in class (153 grams)
28
reasonably wide (27mm)
touchscreen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have microphone port
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Kodak M381 vs Nikon S4000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak M381 and Nikon S4000
 Kodak EasyShare M381Nikon Coolpix S4000
General Information
Company Kodak Nikon
Model Kodak EasyShare M381 Nikon Coolpix S4000
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2009-07-29 2010-02-03
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor - Expeed C2
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-175mm (5.0x) 27-108mm (4.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.0-4.8 f/3.2-5.9
Macro focus range 10cm 8cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 230k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8s 8s
Max shutter speed 1/1400s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed - 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.20 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 153 grams (0.34 lbs) 131 grams (0.29 lbs)
Dimensions 101 x 60 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model KLIC-7003 EN-EL10
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Pricing at release $170 $200