Kodak M550 vs Nikon S1000pj
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Kodak M550 vs Nikon S1000pj Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1000
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-140mm (F) lens
- 125g - 98 x 58 x 23mm
- Released January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
- Launched August 2009

Kodak M550 vs Nikon S1000pj Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Kodak M550 vs Nikon S1000pj, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Nikon. The resolution of the M550 (12MP) and the S1000pj (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The M550 was released 6 months after the S1000pj so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the M550 grades against the S1000pj with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Kodak M550 vs Nikon S1000pj Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M550 and Nikon Coolpix S1000pj. The complete galleries are provided at Kodak M550 Gallery and Nikon S1000pj Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M550 over the Nikon S1000pj
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Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Kodak M550
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Common features in the Kodak M550 and Nikon S1000pj
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Launched | January 2010 | ![]() | August 2009 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Kodak M550 vs Nikon S1000pj Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Kodak M550 provides outside measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Nikon S1000pj has measurements of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
See the Kodak M550 vs Nikon S1000pj in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the M550 versus the S1000pj.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M550 and S1000pj is 95 and 94 respectively.

Kodak M550 vs Nikon S1000pj Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading specifications. The image below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the M550 and S1000pj.
Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of images though you should always factor the production date of the products into consideration.

Kodak M550 vs Nikon S1000pj Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak M550 vs Nikon S1000pj Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M550 | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Kodak | Nikon |
Model | Kodak EasyShare M550 | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-01-05 | 2009-08-04 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Expeed |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 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 | 1000 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.9-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/8000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125g (0.28 lbs) | 175g (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 58 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
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-7006 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, double) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $119 | $289 |