Kodak M580 vs Nikon P340

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Kodak M580 and Nikon P340, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Kodak and Nikon. The image resolution of the M580 (14MP) and the P340 (12MP) is relatively similar but the M580 (1/2.3") and P340 (1/1.7") use totally different sensor measurements.

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The M580 was brought out 5 years earlier than the P340 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the M580 grades versus the P340 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M580 and Nikon Coolpix P340. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak M580 Gallery and Nikon P340 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Kodak M580 enjoys physical dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Nikon P340 has proportions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

See the Kodak M580 and Nikon P340 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the M580 vs the P340.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M580 and P340 is 90 and 92 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements only by reading a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the M580 and P340.

Clearly, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The M580 due to its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Kodak M580 will offer extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older M580 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.