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Kodak M381 vs Nikon S70

Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
13
Overall
25
Kodak EasyShare M381 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S70 front
Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
26
Overall
30

Kodak M381 vs Nikon S70 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 S70
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 160g - 97 x 61 x 20mm
  • Announced August 2009
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Kodak M381 vs Nikon S70 Overview

Let's look more closely at the Kodak M381 and Nikon S70, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Kodak and Nikon. The resolution of the M381 (12MP) and the S70 (12MP) is very comparable and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The M381 was introduced very close to the S70 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a short highlight of how the M381 scores versus the S70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Kodak M381 over the Nikon S70

 M381 S70 

Reasons to pick Nikon S70 over the Kodak M381

 S70 M381 
Display sizing3.5"3"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution288k230kClearer display (+58k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Kodak M381 and Nikon S70

 M381 S70 
AnnouncedJuly 2009August 2009Same age
Focus manually No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen

Kodak M381 vs Nikon S70 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you need to factor its weight and size. The Kodak M381 has outer 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 S70 has specifications of 97mm x 61mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak M381 and Nikon S70 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the M381 versus the S70.

Kodak M381 vs Nikon S70 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M381 and S70 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Kodak M381 vs Nikon S70 top view buttons comparison

Kodak M381 vs Nikon S70 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions only by seeing a spec sheet. The image below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the M381 and S70.

Clearly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP so you can expect comparable quality of images but you should take the age of the cameras into account.

Kodak M381 vs Nikon S70 sensor size comparison

Kodak M381 vs Nikon S70 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak M381 vs Nikon S70 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak M381 Portrait photography highlights
Nikon S70 Portrait photography highlights
20
lack of manual focus
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
low resolution (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
20
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Kodak M381 Street photography factors
Nikon S70 Street photography factors
47
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
more heavy than competition in class (153 grams)
55
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
more heavy than competition (160g)
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Sports Comparison

Kodak M381 Sports photography factors
Nikon S70 Sports photography factors
17
low max shutter speed (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low resolution (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
33
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority mode
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Kodak M381 as a Travel photography camera
Nikon S70 as a Travel photography camera
50
has built in flash
no Timelapse recording
more heavy than competition in class (153 grams)
low resolution (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
56
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
missing Timelapse function
more heavy than competition (160g)
low MP (12MP)
does not have selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Kodak M381
Landscape photography with Nikon S70
27
screen is a good size (3")
lack of manual focus
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
lack of manual mode
does not have image stabilization
low resolution (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
no Timelapse recording
36
rather wide (28mm)
screen larger than average (3.5")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
lack of manual mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak M381 Vlogging highlights
Nikon S70 Vlogging highlights
22
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 resolution)
no microphone port
more heavy than competition in class (153g)
29
rather wide (28mm)
touch screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
does not have selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external microphone jack
more heavy than competition (160 grams)
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Kodak M381 vs Nikon S70 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak M381 and Nikon S70
 Kodak EasyShare M381Nikon Coolpix S70
General Information
Brand Name Kodak Nikon
Model type Kodak EasyShare M381 Nikon Coolpix S70
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2009-07-29 2009-08-04
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Powered by - Expeed
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 area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 1600
Maximum enhanced ISO - 6400
Lowest native ISO 64 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-175mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.0-4.8 f/3.9-5.8
Macro focusing range 10cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 3.5"
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 288 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8s 30s
Fastest shutter speed 1/1400s 1/8000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.20 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in -
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB 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)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 153 grams (0.34 lb) 160 grams (0.35 lb)
Dimensions 101 x 60 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") 97 x 61 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8")
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-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Launch price $170 $290