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Kodak M381 vs Kodak M575

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
13
Overall
26
Kodak EasyShare M381 front
 
Kodak EasyShare M575 front
Portability
95
Imaging
36
Features
24
Overall
31

Kodak M381 vs Kodak M575 Key Specs

Kodak M381
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-175mm (F3.0-4.8) lens
  • 153g - 101 x 60 x 20mm
  • Released July 2009
Kodak M575
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1000
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F) lens
  • 152g - 99 x 58 x 19mm
  • Launched January 2010
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Kodak M381 vs Kodak M575 Overview

Below, we will be analyzing the Kodak M381 versus Kodak M575, both Ultracompact digital cameras and they are both manufactured by Kodak. The resolution of the M381 (12MP) and the M575 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The M381 was announced 5 months prior to the M575 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the M381 scores versus the M575 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Kodak M381 over the Kodak M575

 M381 M575 

Reasons to pick Kodak M575 over the Kodak M381

 M575 M381 

Common features in the Kodak M381 and Kodak M575

 M381 M575 
LaunchedJuly 2009January 2010Similar age
Manual focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen measurement
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither includes Touch friendly screen

Kodak M381 vs Kodak M575 Physical Comparison

In case you're going to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Kodak M381 features outer dimensions of 101mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Kodak M575 has sizing of 99mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Compare the Kodak M381 versus Kodak M575 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the M381 vs the M575.

Kodak M381 vs Kodak M575 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the M381 and M575 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Kodak M381 vs Kodak M575 top view buttons comparison

Kodak M381 vs Kodak M575 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading through specs. The visual below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the M381 and M575.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Kodak M575 to give you extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively.

Kodak M381 vs Kodak M575 sensor size comparison

Kodak M381 vs Kodak M575 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak M381 vs Kodak M575 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak M381 Portrait photography information
Kodak M575 Portrait photography information
21
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
megapixel count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
28
decent MP (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Kodak M381 Street photography factors
Kodak M575 Street photography factors
47
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
more heavy than average in class (153 grams)
48
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
heavier than competition (152 grams)
low maximum ISO (1,000)
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Sports Comparison

Kodak M381 Sports photography highlights
Kodak M575 Sports photography highlights
17
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,400 seconds)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
26
decent MP (14 megapixels)
low max shutter speed (1/1,400 seconds)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Kodak M381 Travel photography factors
Kodak M575 Travel photography factors
50
has built in flash
no Timelapse mode
more heavy than average in class (153 grams)
megapixel count low (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.0)
68
decent MP (14MP)
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
good max aperture (f)
lack of Time Lapse function
heavier than competition (152 grams)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak M381 Landscape photography details
Kodak M575 Landscape photography details
28
nice screen size (3 inch)
lack of manual focus
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.0)
manual exposure not available
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
no Timelapse mode
40
really wide (28mm)
good max aperture (f)
screen size is good (3 inches)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
lack of manual mode
no image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (1,000)
does not have RAW files
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Kodak M381
Vlogging with Kodak M575
22
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.0)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 resolution)
no microphone support
more heavy than average in class (153g)
28
really wide (28mm)
good max aperture (f)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of mic jack
heavier than competition (152g)
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Kodak M381 vs Kodak M575 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak M381 and Kodak M575
 Kodak EasyShare M381Kodak EasyShare M575
General Information
Manufacturer Kodak Kodak
Model Kodak EasyShare M381 Kodak EasyShare M575
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2009-07-29 2010-01-05
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4288 x 3216
Maximum native ISO 1600 1000
Minimum native ISO 64 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-175mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.0-4.8 -
Macro focus range 10cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 seconds 8 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/1400 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.20 m 3.50 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data 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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 153g (0.34 pounds) 152g (0.34 pounds)
Dimensions 101 x 60 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") 99 x 58 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7")
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 KLIC-7006
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Launch pricing $170 $139