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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Kodak M381

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
23
Overall
31
Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 front
 
Kodak EasyShare M381 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
13
Overall
26

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Kodak M381 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZS5
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 848 x 480 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 103 x 59 x 20mm
  • Launched January 2011
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
  • Launched July 2009
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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Kodak M381 Overview

Let's look more in depth at the Casio EX-ZS5 vs Kodak M381, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Casio and Kodak. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZS5 (14MP) and the M381 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The EX-ZS5 was unveiled 18 months later than the M381 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the EX-ZS5 scores against the M381 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS5 over the Kodak M381

 EX-ZS5 M381 
LaunchedJanuary 2011July 2009Fresher by 18 months
Display resolution461k230kSharper display (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick Kodak M381 over the Casio EX-ZS5

 M381 EX-ZS5 

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS5 and Kodak M381

 EX-ZS5 M381 
Manually focus Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display dimensions
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch friendly display Missing Touch friendly display

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Kodak M381 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZS5 comes with external measurements of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 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).

Check out the Casio EX-ZS5 vs Kodak M381 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZS5 against the M381.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Kodak M381 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZS5 and M381 is 99 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Kodak M381 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Kodak M381 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by seeing a spec sheet. The visual below will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZS5 and M381.

Clearly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Casio EX-ZS5 to produce extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher EX-ZS5 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Kodak M381 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Kodak M381 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Kodak M381 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 as a Portrait photography camera
Kodak M381 as a Portrait photography camera
28
resolution is good (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
21
lack of manual focus
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Street photography highlights
Kodak M381 Street photography highlights
49
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
47
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
more heavy than average (153g)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-ZS5
Sports photography with Kodak M381
32
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
includes tracking autofocus
fixed focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
17
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,400 seconds)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Travel photography information
Kodak M381 Travel photography information
71
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
good max aperture (f)
missing Time Lapse recording
display isn't selfie friendly
50
flash built-in
lack of Timelapse function
more heavy than average (153 grams)
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Landscape photography info
Kodak M381 Landscape photography info
38
good max aperture (f)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
lack of manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
missing Time Lapse recording
28
screen size is good (3")
lack of manual focus
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
lack of manual mode
lack of image stabilization
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Vlogging information
Kodak M381 Vlogging information
27
good max aperture (f)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video res low (848 x 480 resolution)
missing external mic jack
22
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of microphone support
more heavy than average (153 grams)
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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Kodak M381 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS5 and Kodak M381
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS5Kodak EasyShare M381
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Kodak
Model Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 Kodak EasyShare M381
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2011-01-05 2009-07-29
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Exilim Engine 5.0 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.16 x 4.62mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.5mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 3200 1600
Lowest native ISO 100 64
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () 35-175mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture - f/3.0-4.8
Macro focus range - 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 461k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15 seconds 8 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1400 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - 3.20 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance 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 file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight - 153 grams (0.34 pounds)
Physical dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 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 - KLIC-7003
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage - SD/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Retail pricing $100 $170