Kodak M381 vs Panasonic FP5

Following is a comprehensive overview of the Kodak M381 and Panasonic FP5, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Kodak and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the M381 (12MP) and the FP5 (14MP) is pretty similar and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The M381 was unveiled 17 months before the FP5 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the M381 matches up versus the FP5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare M381 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5. The full galleries are provided at Kodak M381 Gallery & Panasonic FP5 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Kodak M381 provides external measurements of 101mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Panasonic FP5 has sizing of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the M381 vs the FP5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the M381 and FP5 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Generally, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over specifications. The pic here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the M381 and FP5.

Plainly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic FP5 to deliver extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged M381 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.