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Kodak M550 vs Nikon S5300

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
20
Overall
29
Kodak EasyShare M550 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S5300 front
Portability
95
Imaging
40
Features
40
Overall
40

Kodak M550 vs Nikon S5300 Key Specs

Kodak M550
(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
  • Launched January 2010
Nikon S5300
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 26-208mm (F3.7-6.6) lens
  • 138g - 97 x 58 x 21mm
  • Announced January 2014
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Kodak M550 vs Nikon S5300 Overview

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Kodak M550 versus Nikon S5300, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Kodak and Nikon. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the M550 (12MP) and S5300 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The M550 was announced 5 years before the S5300 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a quick view of how the M550 grades vs the S5300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Kodak M550 over the Nikon S5300

 M550 S5300 

Reasons to pick Nikon S5300 over the Kodak M550

 S5300 M550 
AnnouncedJanuary 2014January 2010Fresher by 48 months
Manual focus Very accurate focus
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kClearer display (+230k dot)

Common features in the Kodak M550 and Nikon S5300

 M550 S5300 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly display Missing Touch friendly display

Kodak M550 vs Nikon S5300 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Kodak M550 has exterior dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Nikon S5300 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak M550 versus Nikon S5300 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the M550 vs the S5300.

Kodak M550 vs Nikon S5300 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the M550 and S5300 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Kodak M550 vs Nikon S5300 top view buttons comparison

Kodak M550 vs Nikon S5300 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The visual underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the M550 and S5300.

As you can see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon S5300 to deliver extra detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The older M550 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Kodak M550 vs Nikon S5300 sensor size comparison

Kodak M550 vs Nikon S5300 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak M550 vs Nikon S5300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak M550 Portrait photography advice
Nikon S5300 Portrait photography advice
21
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
low resolution (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
41
manual focus
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
includes face detection focus
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Kodak M550 Street photography advice
Nikon S5300 Street photography advice
54
lighter than competitors in class (125g)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
low maximum ISO (1,000)
63
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (138g)
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Kodak M550 Sports photography advice
Nikon S5300 Sports photography advice
17
max shutter speed is low (1/1,400 seconds)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
41
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16MP)
includes tracking autofocus
no shutter priority
small sensor (1/2.3")
terrible battery pack (180 per charge)
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Kodak M550 Travel photography highlights
Nikon S5300 Travel photography highlights
67
lighter than competitors in class (125 grams)
built-in flash
quite wide (28mm)
great maximum aperture (f)
no Timelapse mode
low resolution (12 megapixels)
does not offer selfie friendly display
66
lighter than competition (138g)
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
rather wide (26mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
terrible battery pack (180 CIPA)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f3.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Kodak M550
Landscape photography with Nikon S5300
31
quite wide (28mm)
great maximum aperture (f)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
small screen (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (1,000)
doesn't have RAW support
no Timelapse mode
46
manual focus
rather wide (26mm)
nice screen size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
manual exposure not available
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
terrible battery pack (180 shots)
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak M550 Vlogging information
Nikon S5300 Vlogging information
31
quite wide (28mm)
great maximum aperture (f)
lighter than competitors in class (125 grams)
does not offer selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 pxls)
no microphone support
35
rather wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection focus
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition (138 grams)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
lack of external microphone support
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Kodak M550 vs Nikon S5300 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak M550 and Nikon S5300
 Kodak EasyShare M550Nikon Coolpix S5300
General Information
Make Kodak Nikon
Model type Kodak EasyShare M550 Nikon Coolpix S5300
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2010-01-05 2014-01-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1000 6400
Lowest native ISO 64 125
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 99
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 26-208mm (8.0x)
Max aperture - f/3.7-6.6
Macro focusing distance 10cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 3"
Screen resolution 230k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen tech - TFT-LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 30s 4s
Max shutter speed 1/1400s 1/1500s
Continuous shutter rate - 7.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 3.50 m
Flash options Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off -
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video file format - MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 125 grams (0.28 pounds) 138 grams (0.30 pounds)
Dimensions 98 x 58 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") 97 x 58 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" 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 life - 180 shots
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID KLIC-7006 EN-EL19
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, double) Yes (10 or 2 seconds)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One One
Launch cost $119 $180