Kodak M381 vs Olympus FE-3010
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Kodak M381 vs Olympus FE-3010 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-108mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 108g - 93 x 56 x 18mm
- Introduced January 2009
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In this write-up, we are contrasting the Kodak M381 vs Olympus FE-3010, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Kodak and Olympus. The resolution of the M381 (12MP) and the FE-3010 (12MP) is fairly similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe M381 was revealed 7 months later than the FE-3010 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the M381 matches up vs the FE-3010 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare M381 and Olympus FE-3010. The full galleries are available at Kodak M381 Gallery and Olympus FE-3010 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M381 over the Olympus FE-3010
| M381 | FE-3010 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | July 2009 |  | January 2009 | More recent by 7 months |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-3010 over the Kodak M381
| FE-3010 | M381 |
|---|
Common features in the Kodak M381 and Olympus FE-3010
| M381 | FE-3010 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Equal display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither includes Touch display |
Kodak M381 vs Olympus FE-3010 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Kodak M381 features outer measurements of 101mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Olympus FE-3010 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 108 grams (0.24 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the M381 compared to the FE-3010.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the M381 and FE-3010 is 95 and 97 respectively.
Kodak M381 vs Olympus FE-3010 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reviewing technical specs. The visual below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the M381 and FE-3010.
As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of images although you might want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent M381 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Kodak M381 vs Olympus FE-3010 Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare M381 | Olympus FE-3010 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Kodak | Olympus |
| Model | Kodak EasyShare M381 | Olympus FE-3010 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Launched | 2009-07-29 | 2009-01-07 |
| 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 | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3968 x 2976 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 64 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 36-108mm (3.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.0-4.8 | f/3.1-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/2000s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.20 m | 4.00 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 grams (0.34 lbs) | 108 grams (0.24 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 101 x 60 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 93 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" 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 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (12 seconds) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | xD-Picture Card, microSD, internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at launch | $170 | $140 |