Fujifilm XQ2 vs Kodak M381
92 Imaging
39 Features
57 Overall
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95 Imaging
35 Features
13 Overall
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Fujifilm XQ2 vs Kodak M381 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 206g - 100 x 59 x 33mm
- Released January 2015
- Old Model is Fujifilm XQ1
(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
- Released July 2009
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The following is a complete review of the Fujifilm XQ2 and Kodak M381, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Kodak. The resolution of the Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) and the M381 (12MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") and M381 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizing.
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm XQ2 was launched 5 years after the M381 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm XQ2 scores vs the M381 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm XQ2 & Kodak EasyShare M381. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XQ2 Gallery & Kodak M381 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XQ2 over the Kodak M381
| Fujifilm XQ2 | M381 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2015 |  | July 2009 | Newer by 67 months |
| Focus manually |  | Very exact focusing | ||
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Kodak M381 over the Fujifilm XQ2
| M381 | Fujifilm XQ2 |
|---|
Common features in the Fujifilm XQ2 and Kodak M381
| Fujifilm XQ2 | M381 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical display measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm XQ2 vs Kodak M381 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XQ2 features outer measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while 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).
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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm XQ2 and the M381.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XQ2 and M381 is 92 and 95 respectively.
Fujifilm XQ2 vs Kodak M381 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading a spec sheet. The image here should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XQ2 and M381.
As you can see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same megapixels but different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm XQ2 comes with the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF easier. The more recent Fujifilm XQ2 should have an edge in sensor technology.
Fujifilm XQ2 vs Kodak M381 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm XQ2 vs Kodak M381 Specifications
| Fujifilm XQ2 | Kodak EasyShare M381 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | FujiFilm | Kodak |
| Model | Fujifilm XQ2 | Kodak EasyShare M381 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Released | 2015-01-14 | 2009-07-29 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | EXR Processor II | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CCD |
| Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 58.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/3.0-4.8 |
| Macro focus range | 3cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 4.1 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 920 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 8 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1400 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 12.0 frames per sec | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 7.40 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.20 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow syncho | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 206 grams (0.45 lbs) | 153 grams (0.34 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 100 x 59 x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 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 life | 240 photographs | - |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | NP-48 | KLIC-7003 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail cost | $299 | $170 |