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Casio EX-Z16 vs Kodak M381

Portability
99
Imaging
35
Features
19
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 front
 
Kodak EasyShare M381 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
13
Overall
26

Casio EX-Z16 vs Kodak M381 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z16
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 848 x 480 video
  • 36-107mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
  • n/ag - 101 x 59 x 20mm
  • Released September 2010
Kodak M381
(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
  • Introduced July 2009
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Kodak M381 Overview

The following is a complete analysis of the Casio EX-Z16 versus Kodak M381, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Casio and Kodak. The resolution of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and the M381 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z16 was unveiled 14 months after the M381 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the EX-Z16 scores versus the M381 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Kodak M381

 EX-Z16 M381 
IntroducedSeptember 2010July 2009Newer by 14 months
Focus manually Very accurate focus

Reasons to pick Kodak M381 over the Casio EX-Z16

 M381 EX-Z16 
Screen dimensions3""Bigger screen (+3")
Screen resolution230k0kSharper screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Kodak M381

 EX-Z16 M381 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lack of Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-Z16 vs Kodak M381 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z16 features exterior measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Kodak M381 has specifications of 101mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-Z16 versus Kodak M381 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z16 versus the M381.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Kodak M381 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z16 and M381 is 99 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Kodak M381 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Kodak M381 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading a spec sheet. The picture here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z16 and M381.

Clearly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution so you can expect similar quality of files although you should always factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more modern EX-Z16 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Kodak M381 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Kodak M381 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z16 vs Kodak M381 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Portrait photography info
Kodak M381 Portrait photography info
27
focusing manually
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
21
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Street photography info
Kodak M381 Street photography info
58
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
47
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
heavier than competition (153g)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Sports photography highlights
Kodak M381 Sports photography highlights
27
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no shutter priority
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
17
low max shutter speed (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 as a Travel photography camera
Kodak M381 as a Travel photography camera
53
flash built-in
no Timelapse function
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
50
has built in flash
no Time Lapse function
heavier than competition (153 grams)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-Z16
Landscape photography with Kodak M381
32
focusing manually
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen ( inches)
no manual mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
no Timelapse function
28
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
focusing manually not possible
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
manual mode not available
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 as a Vlogging camera
Kodak M381 as a Vlogging camera
26
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
display is not selfie friendly
low quality video (848 x 480 resolution)
no external microphone support
22
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 resolution)
no external mic socket
heavier than competition (153 grams)
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Kodak M381 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z16 and Kodak M381
 Casio Exilim EX-Z16Kodak EasyShare M381
General Information
Brand Casio Kodak
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z16 Kodak EasyShare M381
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2010-09-20 2009-07-29
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip Exilim Engine 5.0 -
Sensor type CCD 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 12MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Min native ISO 64 64
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-107mm (3.0x) 35-175mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.2-5.7 f/3.0-4.8
Macro focusing range 7cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal - 3 inch
Screen resolution 0 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4s 8s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1400s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - 3.20 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 848 x 480 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 848x480 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 153 grams (0.34 lb)
Physical dimensions 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") 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 ID - KLIC-7003
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage - SD/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Price at release $100 $170