Casio EX-Z400 vs Kodak M381
95 Imaging
34 Features
25 Overall
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95 Imaging
34 Features
13 Overall
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Casio EX-Z400 vs Kodak M381 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.6-7.0) lens
- 130g - 95 x 60 x 23mm
- Announced 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
- Launched July 2009

Casio EX-Z400 vs Kodak M381 Overview
Below is a in depth overview of the Casio EX-Z400 vs Kodak M381, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Casio and Kodak. The image resolution of the EX-Z400 (12MP) and the M381 (12MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-Z400 was launched 6 months prior to the M381 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the EX-Z400 scores against the M381 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Kodak M381 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z400 and Kodak EasyShare M381. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-Z400 Gallery and Kodak M381 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z400 over the Kodak M381
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Reasons to pick Kodak M381 over the Casio EX-Z400
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Common features in the Casio EX-Z400 and Kodak M381
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Launched | January 2009 | ![]() | July 2009 | Similar generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-Z400 vs Kodak M381 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z400 has physical measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while 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).
See the Casio EX-Z400 vs Kodak M381 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z400 and the M381.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z400 and M381 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Kodak M381 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor measurements purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z400 and M381.
As you can see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP so you should expect similar quality of images though you really should consider the production date of the products into consideration.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Kodak M381 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z400 vs Kodak M381 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z400 | Kodak EasyShare M381 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Kodak |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z400 | Kodak EasyShare M381 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2009-01-08 | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.6-7.0 | f/3.0-4.8 |
Macro focus range | - | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/2 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/1400 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.20 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130 gr (0.29 lb) | 153 gr (0.34 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 101 x 60 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | NP-40 | KLIC-7003 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $0 | $170 |