Kodak M381 vs Olympus VG-110
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Kodak M381 vs Olympus VG-110 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-175mm (F3.0-4.8) lens
- 153g - 101 x 60 x 20mm
- Introduced July 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-108mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 105g - 92 x 54 x 20mm
- Announced February 2011

Kodak M381 vs Olympus VG-110 Overview
Below, we will be matching up the Kodak M381 and Olympus VG-110, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Kodak and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the M381 (12MP) and the VG-110 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The M381 was revealed 18 months earlier than the VG-110 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the M381 matches up against the VG-110 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Kodak M381 vs Olympus VG-110 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare M381 and Olympus VG-110. The full galleries are available at Kodak M381 Gallery and Olympus VG-110 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M381 over the Olympus VG-110
M381 | VG-110 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-110 over the Kodak M381
VG-110 | M381 | |||
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Announced | February 2011 | ![]() | July 2009 | More recent by 18 months |
Common features in the Kodak M381 and Olympus VG-110
M381 | VG-110 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Kodak M381 vs Olympus VG-110 Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and volume. 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) whilst the Olympus VG-110 has sizing of 92mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).
Examine the Kodak M381 and Olympus VG-110 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the M381 compared to the VG-110.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the M381 and VG-110 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Kodak M381 vs Olympus VG-110 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements just by looking at a spec sheet. The visual here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the M381 and VG-110.
As you can see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photos although you might want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The older M381 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

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Kodak M381 vs Olympus VG-110 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M381 | Olympus VG-110 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Olympus |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M381 | Olympus VG-110 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2009-07-29 | 2011-02-08 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | TruePic III |
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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 27-108mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-4.8 | f/2.9-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | 4.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 153 grams (0.34 pounds) | 105 grams (0.23 pounds) |
Dimensions | 101 x 60 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 92 x 54 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") |
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 life | - | 170 photographs |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | KLIC-7003 | LI-70B |
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 slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $170 | $150 |