Kodak M381 vs Panasonic FP8

Its time to look more closely at the Kodak M381 vs Panasonic FP8, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the M381 (12MP) and the FP8 (12MP) is very comparable and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The M381 was launched at a similar time to the FP8 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the M381 grades vs the FP8 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare M381 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8. The complete galleries are available at Kodak M381 Gallery and Panasonic FP8 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Kodak M381 features outer dimensions 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 Panasonic FP8 has proportions of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak M381 vs Panasonic FP8 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the M381 compared to the FP8.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the M381 and FP8 is 95 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by seeing technical specs. The visual below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the M381 and FP8.

As you can tell, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of images though you need to take the release date of the cameras into account.