Canon ELPH 180 vs Kodak M381
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Canon ELPH 180 vs Kodak M381 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 126g - 95 x 54 x 22mm
- Announced January 2016
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-175mm (F3.0-4.8) lens
- 153g - 101 x 60 x 20mm
- Launched July 2009

Canon ELPH 180 vs Kodak M381 Overview
In this article, we will be contrasting the Canon ELPH 180 vs Kodak M381, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Kodak. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the ELPH 180 (20MP) and M381 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The ELPH 180 was unveiled 6 years later than the M381 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the ELPH 180 grades against the M381 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon ELPH 180 vs Kodak M381 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 180 and Kodak EasyShare M381. The full galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 180 Gallery and Kodak M381 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 180 over the Kodak M381
ELPH 180 | M381 | |||
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Launched | January 2016 | ![]() | July 2009 | Fresher by 79 months |
Reasons to pick Kodak M381 over the Canon ELPH 180
M381 | ELPH 180 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 180 and Kodak M381
ELPH 180 | M381 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Canon ELPH 180 vs Kodak M381 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 180 has got external measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Kodak M381 has proportions of 101mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).
Examine the Canon ELPH 180 vs Kodak M381 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the ELPH 180 vs the M381.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 180 and M381 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Canon ELPH 180 vs Kodak M381 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The photograph underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 180 and M381.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Canon ELPH 180 to provide you with more detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer ELPH 180 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.

Canon ELPH 180 vs Kodak M381 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 180 vs Kodak M381 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 180 | Kodak EasyShare M381 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Kodak |
Model type | Canon PowerShot ELPH 180 | Kodak EasyShare M381 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2016-01-05 | 2009-07-29 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4+ | - |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3.0-4.8 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1400 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 0.8 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 126 grams (0.28 lb) | 153 grams (0.34 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 101 x 60 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
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 life | 220 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11LH | KLIC-7003 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $119 | $170 |