Kodak Mini vs Nikon S01
97 Imaging
32 Features
13 Overall
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97 Imaging
33 Features
16 Overall
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Kodak Mini vs Nikon S01 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1000
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-87mm (F3.0-4.8) lens
- 99g - 86 x 53 x 18mm
- Released January 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.9" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 96g - 77 x 52 x 17mm
- Launched June 2013

Kodak Mini vs Nikon S01 Overview
Below, we are reviewing the Kodak Mini and Nikon S01, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Kodak and Nikon. The image resolution of the Mini (10MP) and the S01 (10MP) is very comparable but the Mini (1/3") and S01 (1/2.9") enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

The Mini was launched 3 years before the S01 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Mini scores against the S01 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Kodak Mini vs Nikon S01 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Mini & Nikon Coolpix S01. The complete galleries are available at Kodak Mini Gallery & Nikon S01 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Mini over the Nikon S01
Mini | S01 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S01 over the Kodak Mini
S01 | Mini | |||
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Launched | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 29 months |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Kodak Mini and Nikon S01
Mini | S01 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 2.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Identical display sizing |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Kodak Mini vs Nikon S01 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Kodak Mini has physical measurements of 86mm x 53mm x 18mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 99 grams (0.22 lbs) and the Nikon S01 has sizing of 77mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 96 grams (0.21 lbs).
Look at the Kodak Mini and Nikon S01 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the Mini against the S01.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Mini and S01 is 97 and 97 respectively.

Kodak Mini vs Nikon S01 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions just by checking out a spec sheet. The pic below might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Mini and S01.
As you can see, both the cameras posses the exact same megapixels but not the same sensor dimensions. The Mini uses the larger sensor which is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier. The more aged Mini will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Kodak Mini vs Nikon S01 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Kodak Mini vs Nikon S01 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Mini | Nikon Coolpix S01 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Kodak | Nikon |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Mini | Nikon Coolpix S01 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2011-01-04 | 2013-06-21 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/3" | 1/2.9" |
Sensor dimensions | 4.8 x 3.6mm | 4.96 x 3.72mm |
Sensor surface area | 17.3mm² | 18.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 3640 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1000 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 29-87mm (3.0x) | 29-87mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-4.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 7.5 | 7.3 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 1s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 1.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 99g (0.22 pounds) | 96g (0.21 pounds) |
Dimensions | 86 x 53 x 18mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 77 x 52 x 17mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
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 life | - | 190 shots |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | KLIC-7006 | Built-in |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | - |
Card slots | Single | - |
Launch pricing | $100 | $170 |