Kodak M580 vs Nikon S5300

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Kodak M580 vs Nikon S5300, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Kodak and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the M580 (14MP) and the S5300 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The M580 was manufactured 5 years before the S5300 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the M580 matches up against the S5300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare M580 & Nikon Coolpix S5300. The entire galleries are available at Kodak M580 Gallery & Nikon S5300 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Kodak M580 offers external dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Nikon S5300 has measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak M580 vs Nikon S5300 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the M580 compared to the S5300.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the M580 and S5300 is 90 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements simply by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the M580 and S5300.

As you can see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Nikon S5300 to resolve greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images far more aggressively. The older M580 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.