Kodak M380 vs Samsung SH100
95 Imaging
32 Features
13 Overall
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99 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
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Kodak M380 vs Samsung SH100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-190mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 155g - 100 x 60 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 93 x 54 x 19mm
- Released January 2011

Kodak M380 vs Samsung SH100 Overview
In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Kodak M380 versus Samsung SH100, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Kodak and Samsung. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the M380 (10MP) and SH100 (14MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The M380 was unveiled 24 months earlier than the SH100 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the M380 matches up versus the SH100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak M380 vs Samsung SH100 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare M380 and Samsung SH100. The full galleries are provided at Kodak M380 Gallery and Samsung SH100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M380 over the Samsung SH100
M380 | SH100 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung SH100 over the Kodak M380
SH100 | M380 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 24 months |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Kodak M380 and Samsung SH100
M380 | SH100 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Kodak M380 vs Samsung SH100 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Kodak M380 comes with exterior dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Samsung SH100 has measurements of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Look at the Kodak M380 versus Samsung SH100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the M380 versus the SH100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M380 and SH100 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Kodak M380 vs Samsung SH100 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes merely by looking at specs. The pic below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the M380 and SH100.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Samsung SH100 to resolve more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged M380 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Kodak M380 vs Samsung SH100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak M380 vs Samsung SH100 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M380 | Samsung SH100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Samsung |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M380 | Samsung SH100 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2009-01-08 | 2011-01-04 |
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 | 10 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4230 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 25 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 38-190mm (5.0x) | () |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1448 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.50 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 155g (0.34 pounds) | - |
Dimensions | 100 x 60 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 93 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | KLIC-7003 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | - |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $160 | $200 |