Kodak M381 vs Nikon S4100

The following is a in-depth analysis of the Kodak M381 and Nikon S4100, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Kodak and Nikon. The image resolution of the M381 (12MP) and the S4100 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The M381 was brought out 18 months earlier than the S4100 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the M381 matches up versus the S4100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare M381 & Nikon Coolpix S4100. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak M381 Gallery & Nikon S4100 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Kodak M381 offers outside 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 S4100 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Contrast the Kodak M381 and Nikon S4100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the M381 and the S4100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the M381 and S4100 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing a spec sheet. The image here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the M381 and S4100.

As you can see, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Nikon S4100 to provide greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged M381 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.