Kodak M590 vs Nikon S4000

Let's look closer at the Kodak M590 vs Nikon S4000, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Kodak and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the M590 (14MP) and the S4000 (12MP) is fairly similar but the M590 (1/3") and S4000 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The M590 was released 7 months after the S4000 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the M590 grades against the S4000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak M590 and Nikon Coolpix S4000. The complete galleries are available at Kodak M590 Gallery and Nikon S4000 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M590 has exterior dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Nikon S4000 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the M590 and the S4000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the M590 and S4000 is 99 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the M590 and S4000.

Clearly, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The M590 because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Kodak M590 will deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The more modern M590 will have a benefit in sensor tech.