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Kodak Sport vs Nikon S5100

Portability
92
Imaging
35
Features
13
Overall
26
Kodak EasyShare Sport front
 
Nikon Coolpix S5100 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29

Kodak Sport vs Nikon S5100 Key Specs

Kodak Sport
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.4" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1250
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35mm (F3.0) lens
  • 175g - 147 x 58 x 23mm
  • Released January 2011
Nikon S5100
(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
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Kodak Sport vs Nikon S5100 Overview

Let's take a closer look at the Kodak Sport and Nikon S5100, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Kodak and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Sport (12MP) and the S5100 (12MP) is very close and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Sport was brought out 5 months later than the S5100 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Sport scores against the S5100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Kodak Sport over the Nikon S5100

 Sport S5100 

Reasons to pick Nikon S5100 over the Kodak Sport

 S5100 Sport 
Display sizing2.7"2.4"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution230k112kClearer display (+118k dot)

Common features in the Kodak Sport and Nikon S5100

 Sport S5100 
ReleasedJanuary 2011August 2010Same age
Manual focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lack of Touch friendly display

Kodak Sport vs Nikon S5100 Physical Comparison

When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Kodak Sport features exterior dimensions of 147mm x 58mm x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Nikon S5100 has measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the Sport versus the S5100.

Kodak Sport vs Nikon S5100 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Sport and S5100 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Kodak Sport vs Nikon S5100 top view buttons comparison

Kodak Sport vs Nikon S5100 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements simply by researching a spec sheet. The graphic here may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Sport and S5100.

Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos however you would want to consider the age of the cameras into account.

Kodak Sport vs Nikon S5100 sensor size comparison

Kodak Sport vs Nikon S5100 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak Sport vs Nikon S5100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak Sport Portrait photography details
Nikon S5100 Portrait photography details
26
has face detect focus
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
21
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
no external flash support
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Kodak Sport Street photography factors
Nikon S5100 Street photography factors
52
environment proofing
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
low max ISO (1,250)
62
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (132g)
no moving screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Kodak Sport
Sports photography with Nikon S5100
23
environment proofing
can't change focal length (35mm)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
27
image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority mode
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Kodak Sport Travel photography factors
Nikon S5100 Travel photography factors
57
environment proofing
flash built-in
missing Timelapse mode
megapixel count low (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
62
lighter than competition (132 grams)
has built in flash
decently wide (28mm)
lack of Timelapse recording
resolution not great (12MP)
does not have a selfie friendly display
sluggish max aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Kodak Sport
Landscape photography with Nikon S5100
27
environment proofing
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
small screen (2.4")
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
low max ISO (1,250)
lacks RAW support
missing Timelapse mode
32
decently wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.7)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
no manual mode
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
lack of Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Kodak Sport
Vlogging with Nikon S5100
25
has face detect focus
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 pxls)
missing microphone support
31
decently wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (132g)
sluggish max aperture (f2.7)
does not have a selfie friendly display
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of microphone support
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Kodak Sport vs Nikon S5100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak Sport and Nikon S5100
 Kodak EasyShare SportNikon Coolpix S5100
General Information
Brand Kodak Nikon
Model type Kodak EasyShare Sport Nikon Coolpix S5100
Class Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Released 2011-01-04 2010-08-17
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - 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 12MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1250 1600
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35mm (1x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.0 f/2.7-6.6
Macro focusing range - 2cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.4" 2.7"
Resolution of display 112k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display tech TFT color LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 secs 4 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/1400 secs 1/1500 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 2.40 m (@ ISO 360) -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
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 sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 175g (0.39 pounds) 132g (0.29 pounds)
Dimensions 147 x 58 x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") 97 x 57 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 ID 2 x AA EN-EL10
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Retail price $155 $200