Kodak M381 vs Olympus VH-515
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Kodak M381 vs Olympus VH-515 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
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 152g - 102 x 60 x 21mm
- Released August 2012
Kodak M381 vs Olympus VH-515 Overview
In this article, we are evaluating the Kodak M381 and Olympus VH-515, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Kodak and Olympus. The resolution of the M381 (12MP) and the VH-515 (12MP) is fairly close and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe M381 was manufactured 4 years earlier than the VH-515 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Kodak M381 being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus VH-515 being a Compact camera.
Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the M381 grades versus the VH-515 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Kodak M381 vs Olympus VH-515 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare M381 and Olympus VH-515. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak M381 Gallery and Olympus VH-515 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M381 over the Olympus VH-515
M381 | VH-515 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus VH-515 over the Kodak M381
VH-515 | M381 | |||
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Released | August 2012 | July 2009 | More recent by 37 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Kodak M381 and Olympus VH-515
M381 | VH-515 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurement | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Kodak M381 vs Olympus VH-515 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Kodak M381 has got exterior measurements 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 Olympus VH-515 has sizing of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Kodak M381 and Olympus VH-515 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the M381 vs the VH-515.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the M381 and VH-515 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Kodak M381 vs Olympus VH-515 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements only by researching technical specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the M381 and VH-515.
As you have seen, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of images however you need to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The older M381 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
Kodak M381 vs Olympus VH-515 Screen and ViewFinder
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Kodak M381 vs Olympus VH-515 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M381 | Olympus VH-515 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Olympus |
Model | Kodak EasyShare M381 | Olympus VH-515 |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-07-29 | 2012-08-21 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-4.8 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 4.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 153 grams (0.34 lbs) | 152 grams (0.34 lbs) |
Dimensions | 101 x 60 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 102 x 60 x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
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 | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $170 | $648 |