Kodak M381 vs Olympus E-P1
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Kodak M381 vs Olympus E-P1 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
- Revealed July 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 355g - 121 x 70 x 36mm
- Announced July 2009
- Successor is Olympus E-P2
Kodak M381 vs Olympus E-P1 Overview
Here is a extensive analysis of the Kodak M381 and Olympus E-P1, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Kodak and Olympus. The image resolution of the M381 (12MP) and the E-P1 (12MP) is very close but the M381 (1/2.3") and E-P1 (Four Thirds) use different sensor measurements.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe M381 was brought out around the same time to the E-P1 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Kodak M381 being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus E-P1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the M381 grades versus the E-P1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Kodak M381 vs Olympus E-P1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare M381 and Olympus PEN E-P1. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak M381 Gallery and Olympus E-P1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M381 over the Olympus E-P1
M381 | E-P1 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus E-P1 over the Kodak M381
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Manual focus | More precise focusing |
Common features in the Kodak M381 and Olympus E-P1
M381 | E-P1 | |||
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Announced | July 2009 | July 2009 | Same generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurements | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither offers Touch display |
Kodak M381 vs Olympus E-P1 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M381 offers outer measurements 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 Olympus E-P1 has dimensions of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).
Compare the Kodak M381 and Olympus E-P1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the M381 and the E-P1.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the M381 and E-P1 is 95 and 86 respectively.
Kodak M381 vs Olympus E-P1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the M381 and E-P1.
As you can tell, both cameras posses the exact same MP but different sensor sizing. The M381 contains the smaller sensor which will make achieving bokeh more difficult.
Kodak M381 vs Olympus E-P1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Kodak M381 vs Olympus E-P1 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M381 | Olympus PEN E-P1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Olympus |
Model | Kodak EasyShare M381 | Olympus PEN E-P1 |
Class | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2009-07-29 | 2009-07-29 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic V |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4032 x 3024 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens focal range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.0-4.8 | - |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 107 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | HyperCrystal LCD with AR(Anti-Reflective) coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 153 gr (0.34 lb) | 355 gr (0.78 lb) |
Dimensions | 101 x 60 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 121 x 70 x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 55 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 536 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 shots |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | KLIC-7003 | BLS-1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $170 | $182 |