Canon A480 vs Kodak M381
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![Canon PowerShot A480 front Canon PowerShot A480 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-A480/Canon-A480-front.jpg)
![Kodak EasyShare M381 front Kodak EasyShare M381 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Kodak-EasyShare-M381/Kodak-M381-front.jpg)
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Canon A480 vs Kodak M381 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-122mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 140g - 92 x 62 x 31mm
- Released January 2009
(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
- Released July 2009
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Canon A480 vs Kodak M381 Overview
Let's look a little more in depth at the Canon A480 and Kodak M381, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Canon and Kodak. The resolution of the A480 (10MP) and the M381 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The A480 was introduced 6 months before the M381 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short overview of how the A480 matches up vs the M381 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Canon A480 vs Kodak M381 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A480 & Kodak EasyShare M381. The whole galleries are available at Canon A480 Gallery & Kodak M381 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A480 over the Kodak M381
A480 | M381 |
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Reasons to pick Kodak M381 over the Canon A480
M381 | A480 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Crisper display (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A480 and Kodak M381
A480 | M381 | |||
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Released | January 2009 | ![]() | July 2009 | Same age |
Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Canon A480 vs Kodak M381 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon A480 has got external dimensions of 92mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Kodak M381 has dimensions of 101mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon A480 and Kodak M381 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the A480 against the M381.
![Canon A480 vs Kodak M381 size comparison Canon A480 vs Kodak M381 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A480-vs-Kodak-EasyShare-M381-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A480 and M381 is 94 and 95 respectively.
![Canon A480 vs Kodak M381 top view buttons comparison Canon A480 vs Kodak M381 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A480-vs-Kodak-EasyShare-M381-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon A480 vs Kodak M381 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes merely by seeing a spec sheet. The pic below might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A480 and M381.
Clearly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Kodak M381 to produce more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively.
![Canon A480 vs Kodak M381 sensor size comparison Canon A480 vs Kodak M381 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A480-vs-Kodak-EasyShare-M381-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon A480 vs Kodak M381 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon A480 vs Kodak M381 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon A480 vs Kodak M381 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A480-vs-Kodak-EasyShare-M381-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Canon A480 vs Kodak M381 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A480 | Kodak EasyShare M381 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Kodak |
Model | Canon PowerShot A480 | Kodak EasyShare M381 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-01-15 | 2009-07-29 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 5 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-122mm (3.3x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.8 | f/3.0-4.8 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 115 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1400s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/500s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 140 grams (0.31 pounds) | 153 grams (0.34 pounds) |
Dimensions | 92 x 62 x 31mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 101 x 60 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | 2 x AA | KLIC-7003 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $210 | $170 |