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Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Kodak M381

Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
33
Overall
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Canon ELPH 520 HS front
 
Kodak EasyShare M381 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
13
Overall
26

Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Kodak M381 Key Specs

Canon ELPH 520 HS
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
  • 155g - 87 x 54 x 19mm
  • Announced January 2012
  • Alternative Name is IXUS 500 HS
Kodak M381
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-175mm (F3.0-4.8) lens
  • 153g - 101 x 60 x 20mm
  • Introduced July 2009
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Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Kodak M381 Overview

The following is a comprehensive review of the Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Kodak M381, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Kodak. The image resolution of the ELPH 520 HS (10MP) and the M381 (12MP) is very similar and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 520 HS was revealed 2 years after the M381 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a short view of how the ELPH 520 HS matches up against the M381 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 520 HS over the Kodak M381

 ELPH 520 HS M381 
IntroducedJanuary 2012July 2009Newer by 30 months
Display resolution461k230kCrisper display (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick Kodak M381 over the Canon ELPH 520 HS

 M381 ELPH 520 HS 

Common features in the Canon ELPH 520 HS and Kodak M381

 ELPH 520 HS M381 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display size
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither comes with Touch friendly display

Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Kodak M381 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 520 HS comes with exterior measurements of 87mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Kodak M381 has dimensions of 101mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

Analyze the Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Kodak M381 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the ELPH 520 HS vs the M381.

Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Kodak M381 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 520 HS and M381 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Kodak M381 top view buttons comparison

Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Kodak M381 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 520 HS and M381.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Kodak M381 to offer greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images far more aggressively. The more recent ELPH 520 HS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Kodak M381 sensor size comparison

Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Kodak M381 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Kodak M381 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon ELPH 520 HS Portrait photography advice
Kodak M381 Portrait photography advice
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comes with face detection autofocus
manual focus not available
no manual control
external flash not possible
low resolution sensor (10MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
21
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon ELPH 520 HS Street photography details
Kodak M381 Street photography details
55
image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
heavier than others (155g)
47
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
heavier than average (153 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Canon ELPH 520 HS Sports photography features
Kodak M381 Sports photography features
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image stabilization (Optical)
comes with tracking autofocus
slow fps (3.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
low resolution sensor (10MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
not so great battery life (190 per charge)
no phase detect autofocus
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low maximum shutter speed (1/1,400 seconds)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon ELPH 520 HS Travel photography info
Kodak M381 Travel photography info
58
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
great reach (336mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
not so great battery life (190 shots)
heavier than others (155g)
low resolution sensor (10MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
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built-in flash
missing Time Lapse recording
heavier than average (153 grams)
MP count low (12MP)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon ELPH 520 HS Landscape photography information
Kodak M381 Landscape photography information
35
really wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
no manual control
low resolution sensor (10MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
not so great battery life (190 shots)
missing Time Lapse mode
28
screen size is good (3 inches)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon ELPH 520 HS Vlogging factors
Kodak M381 Vlogging factors
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really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detection autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
screen is not selfie friendly
missing external mic port
heavier than others (155g)
22
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 pxls)
missing external mic port
heavier than average (153 grams)
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Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Kodak M381 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon ELPH 520 HS and Kodak M381
 Canon ELPH 520 HSKodak EasyShare M381
General Information
Make Canon Kodak
Model type Canon ELPH 520 HS Kodak EasyShare M381
Otherwise known as IXUS 500 HS -
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Announced 2012-01-09 2009-07-29
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Powered by DIGIC 5 -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 3648 x 2736 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 3200 1600
Min native ISO 100 64
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-336mm (12.0x) 35-175mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.4-5.6 f/3.0-4.8
Macro focusing distance 1cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 461k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology PureColor II G TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15s 8s
Highest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/1400s
Continuous shooting speed 3.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 2.50 m 3.20 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 640x480
Video format H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
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 seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 155 gr (0.34 lbs) 153 gr (0.34 lbs)
Dimensions 87 x 54 x 19mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") 101 x 60 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 life 190 pictures -
Battery form Battery Pack -
Battery ID NB-9L KLIC-7003
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC SD/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Launch cost $279 $170