Kodak M580 vs Nikon S8100

Here, we are analyzing the Kodak M580 versus Nikon S8100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Kodak and Nikon. The resolution of the M580 (14MP) and the S8100 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The M580 was announced 13 months prior to the S8100 making them a generation away from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the M580 grades versus the S8100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare M580 and Nikon Coolpix S8100. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak M580 Gallery and Nikon S8100 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Kodak M580 has physical 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) while the Nikon S8100 has measurements of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Look at the Kodak M580 versus Nikon S8100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the M580 vs the S8100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M580 and S8100 is 90 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by going through technical specs. The picture here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the M580 and S8100.

As you have seen, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Kodak M580 to produce greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged M580 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.