Casio EX-ZS5 vs Kodak M381
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![Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 front Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZS5/Casio-EX-ZS5-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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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Kodak M381 Key Specs
(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
(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").
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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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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Kodak M381 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 and Kodak EasyShare M381. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZS5 Gallery and Kodak M381 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS5 over the Kodak M381
EX-ZS5 | M381 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | July 2009 | Fresher by 18 months |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Kodak M381 over the Casio EX-ZS5
M381 | EX-ZS5 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZS5 and Kodak M381
EX-ZS5 | M381 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 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 Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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 Casio EX-ZS5 vs Kodak M381 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZS5-vs-Kodak-EasyShare-M381-size-comparison.jpg)
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 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZS5-vs-Kodak-EasyShare-M381-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
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 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZS5-vs-Kodak-EasyShare-M381-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Casio EX-ZS5 vs Kodak M381 Screen and ViewFinder
![Casio EX-ZS5 vs Kodak M381 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Casio EX-ZS5 vs Kodak M381 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZS5-vs-Kodak-EasyShare-M381-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Kodak M381 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 | Kodak EasyShare M381 | |
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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 |