Kodak Easyshare M5370 vs Nikon S8000

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Kodak Easyshare M5370 and Nikon S8000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Nikon. The resolution of the Easyshare M5370 (16MP) and the S8000 (14MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Easyshare M5370 was manufactured 16 months later than the S8000 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Easyshare M5370 scores vs the S8000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak Easyshare M5370 and Nikon Coolpix S8000. The entire galleries are available at Kodak Easyshare M5370 Gallery and Nikon S8000 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Kodak Easyshare M5370 offers exterior dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Nikon S8000 has measurements of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs).

Check the Kodak Easyshare M5370 and Nikon S8000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the Easyshare M5370 vs the S8000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Easyshare M5370 and S8000 is 95 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Easyshare M5370 and S8000.

Clearly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Kodak Easyshare M5370 to offer you more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The fresher Easyshare M5370 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.