Kodak M580 vs Nikon S5100
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Kodak M580 vs Nikon S5100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F) lens
- 150g - 101 x 59 x 56mm
- Launched July 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 132g - 97 x 57 x 22mm
- Released August 2010

Kodak M580 vs Nikon S5100 Overview
In this article, we are matching up the Kodak M580 vs Nikon S5100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the M580 (14MP) and the S5100 (12MP) is very close and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The M580 was launched 12 months earlier than the S5100 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the M580 scores vs the S5100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Kodak M580 vs Nikon S5100 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare M580 & Nikon Coolpix S5100. The complete galleries are provided at Kodak M580 Gallery & Nikon S5100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M580 over the Nikon S5100
M580 | S5100 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Nikon S5100 over the Kodak M580
S5100 | M580 | |||
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Released | August 2010 | ![]() | July 2009 | More recent by 12 months |
Common features in the Kodak M580 and Nikon S5100
M580 | S5100 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Kodak M580 vs Nikon S5100 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Kodak M580 enjoys physical measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Nikon S5100 has sizing of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs).
Examine the Kodak M580 vs Nikon S5100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the M580 and the S5100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M580 and S5100 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Kodak M580 vs Nikon S5100 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by researching specs. The photograph here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the M580 and S5100.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Kodak M580 to render extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The older M580 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Kodak M580 vs Nikon S5100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak M580 vs Nikon S5100 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M580 | Nikon Coolpix S5100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Kodak | Nikon |
Model | Kodak EasyShare M580 | Nikon Coolpix S5100 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-07-29 | 2010-08-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Expeed C2 |
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 | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.7-6.6 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 150g (0.33 lbs) | 132g (0.29 lbs) |
Dimensions | 101 x 59 x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") | 97 x 57 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" 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-EL10 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $169 | $200 |