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Kodak M380 vs Samsung SL620

Portability
95
Imaging
33
Features
13
Overall
25
Kodak EasyShare M380 front
 
Samsung SL620 front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
13
Overall
26

Kodak M380 vs Samsung SL620 Key Specs

Kodak M380
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 38-190mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 155g - 100 x 60 x 20mm
  • Released January 2009
Samsung SL620
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-175mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
  • 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
  • Announced February 2009
  • Also referred to as PL65
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Kodak M380 vs Samsung SL620 Overview

On this page, we are analyzing the Kodak M380 versus Samsung SL620, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Samsung. The image resolution of the M380 (10MP) and the SL620 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The M380 was revealed at a similar time to the SL620 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a short summary of how the M380 scores vs the SL620 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Kodak M380 over the Samsung SL620

 M380 SL620 
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Samsung SL620 over the Kodak M380

 SL620 M380 

Common features in the Kodak M380 and Samsung SL620

 M380 SL620 
AnnouncedJanuary 2009February 2009Same generation
Manual focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither provides Touch friendly display

Kodak M380 vs Samsung SL620 Physical Comparison

If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Kodak M380 provides outside measurements 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 Samsung SL620 has sizing of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the Kodak M380 versus Samsung SL620 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the M380 against the SL620.

Kodak M380 vs Samsung SL620 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M380 and SL620 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Kodak M380 vs Samsung SL620 top view buttons comparison

Kodak M380 vs Samsung SL620 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by going through specs. The picture here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the M380 and SL620.

All in all, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Samsung SL620 to show greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics more aggressively.

Kodak M380 vs Samsung SL620 sensor size comparison

Kodak M380 vs Samsung SL620 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak M380 vs Samsung SL620 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Kodak M380
Portrait photography with Samsung SL620
19
lack of manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
MP count low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
26
offers face detect focus
manual focus not available
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Kodak M380 Street photography information
Samsung SL620 Street photography information
47
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
more heavy than others in class (155 grams)
47
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
heavier than competition (168g)
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Sports Comparison

Kodak M380 Sports photography advice
Samsung SL620 Sports photography advice
16
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,448s)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (10MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
17
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Kodak M380 Travel photography highlights
Samsung SL620 Travel photography highlights
50
built-in flash
lack of Timelapse function
more heavy than others in class (155 grams)
MP count low (10MP)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (38mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
50
built-in flash
does not have Time Lapse function
heavier than competition (168 grams)
low MP (12 megapixels)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Kodak M380
Landscape photography with Samsung SL620
27
nice screen size (3 inch)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (38mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
lack of Timelapse function
23
manual focus not available
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7 inch)
manual mode not possible
does not have image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak M380 Vlogging details
Samsung SL620 Vlogging details
22
wide angle not fantastic (38mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of microphone port
more heavy than others in class (155g)
24
offers face detect focus
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 pxls)
does not have mic jack
heavier than competition (168g)
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Kodak M380 vs Samsung SL620 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak M380 and Samsung SL620
 Kodak EasyShare M380Samsung SL620
General Information
Brand Name Kodak Samsung
Model type Kodak EasyShare M380 Samsung SL620
Also called - PL65
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2009-01-08 2009-02-17
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 10MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Full resolution 3648 x 2736 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 1600
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points 25 -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 38-190mm (5.0x) 35-175mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/2.8-5.7
Macro focusing range 10cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 seconds 8 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/1448 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 2.50 m 4.60 m
Flash settings Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 155 grams (0.34 lb) 168 grams (0.37 lb)
Physical dimensions 100 x 60 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9")
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) Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Retail cost $160 $200