Kodak M580 vs Nikon S6300
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Kodak M580 vs Nikon S6300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F) lens
- 150g - 101 x 59 x 56mm
- Introduced July 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 160g - 94 x 58 x 26mm
- Revealed February 2012

Kodak M580 vs Nikon S6300 Overview
Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Kodak M580 vs Nikon S6300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Nikon. The image resolution of the M580 (14MP) and the S6300 (16MP) is relatively close and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The M580 was released 3 years prior to the S6300 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the M580 grades vs the S6300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak M580 vs Nikon S6300 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M580 & Nikon Coolpix S6300. The complete galleries are provided at Kodak M580 Gallery & Nikon S6300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M580 over the Nikon S6300
M580 | S6300 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Nikon S6300 over the Kodak M580
S6300 | M580 | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | ![]() | July 2009 | More modern by 30 months |
Common features in the Kodak M580 and Nikon S6300
M580 | S6300 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Kodak M580 vs Nikon S6300 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Kodak M580 has got outer measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Nikon S6300 has specifications of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Take a look at the Kodak M580 vs Nikon S6300 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the M580 and the S6300.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the M580 and S6300 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Kodak M580 vs Nikon S6300 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes merely by viewing a spec sheet. The image below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the M580 and S6300.
As you can see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Nikon S6300 to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged M580 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Kodak M580 vs Nikon S6300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak M580 vs Nikon S6300 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M580 | Nikon Coolpix S6300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Kodak | Nikon |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M580 | Nikon Coolpix S6300 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-07-29 | 2012-02-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 150 gr (0.33 lbs) | 160 gr (0.35 lbs) |
Dimensions | 101 x 59 x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") | 94 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 230 images |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | KLIC-7006 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $169 | $200 |