Kodak M380 vs Olympus 5010

Below is a extensive review of the Kodak M380 vs Olympus 5010, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Kodak and Olympus. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the M380 (10MP) and 5010 (14MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The M380 was launched 12 months prior to the 5010 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the M380 grades against the 5010 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare M380 and Olympus Stylus 5010. The complete galleries are provided at Kodak M380 Gallery and Olympus 5010 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Kodak M380 comes with outer dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Olympus 5010 has sizing of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak M380 vs Olympus 5010 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the M380 vs the 5010.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the M380 and 5010 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements just by seeing specifications. The graphic below will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M380 and 5010.

To sum up, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Olympus 5010 to produce more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The older M380 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.