Kodak M381 vs Nikon S1200pj
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Kodak M381 vs Nikon S1200pj Key Specs
(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
- Launched July 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 186g - 107 x 64 x 23mm
- Introduced August 2011
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Following is a in depth comparison of the Kodak M381 versus Nikon S1200pj, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Kodak and Nikon. The resolution of the M381 (12MP) and the S1200pj (14MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the M381 matches up against the S1200pj with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare M381 and Nikon Coolpix S1200pj. The full galleries are provided at Kodak M381 Gallery and Nikon S1200pj Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M381 over the Nikon S1200pj
| M381 | S1200pj |
|---|
Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the Kodak M381
| S1200pj | M381 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | August 2011 |  | July 2009 | More modern by 25 months |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Kodak M381 and Nikon S1200pj
| M381 | S1200pj | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical display sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Kodak M381 vs Nikon S1200pj Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M381 comes with outer dimensions of 101mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Nikon S1200pj has dimensions of 107mm x 64mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the M381 and the S1200pj.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the M381 and S1200pj is 95 and 93 respectively.
Kodak M381 vs Nikon S1200pj Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by researching specs. The pic here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the M381 and S1200pj.
All in all, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon S1200pj to provide you with greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged M381 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Kodak M381 vs Nikon S1200pj Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare M381 | Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Kodak | Nikon |
| Model | Kodak EasyShare M381 | Nikon Coolpix S1200pj |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Launched | 2009-07-29 | 2011-08-24 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
| Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| 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 | f/3.9-5.8 |
| Macro focus range | 10cm | 3cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | - | 0.8fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.20 m | 3.50 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| 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 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30,15 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Microphone 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 | 153 gr (0.34 lbs) | 186 gr (0.41 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 101 x 60 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 107 x 64 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
| 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 | EN-EL12 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Price at launch | $170 | $499 |