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Kodak M381 vs Panasonic FS15

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
13
Overall
26
Kodak EasyShare M381 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27

Kodak M381 vs Panasonic FS15 Key Specs

Kodak M381
(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
  • Released July 2009
Panasonic FS15
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 136g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
  • Revealed January 2009
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Kodak M381 vs Panasonic FS15 Overview

Following is a extended overview of the Kodak M381 vs Panasonic FS15, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Kodak and Panasonic. The resolution of the M381 (12MP) and the FS15 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The M381 was unveiled 7 months after the FS15 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short highlight of how the M381 scores versus the FS15 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Kodak M381 over the Panasonic FS15

 M381 FS15 
RevealedJuly 2009January 2009More modern by 7 months
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Kodak M381

 FS15 M381 

Common features in the Kodak M381 and Panasonic FS15

 M381 FS15 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly screen No Touch friendly screen

Kodak M381 vs Panasonic FS15 Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Kodak M381 offers external dimensions 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 Panasonic FS15 has proportions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the M381 and the FS15.

Kodak M381 vs Panasonic FS15 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the M381 and FS15 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Kodak M381 vs Panasonic FS15 top view buttons comparison

Kodak M381 vs Panasonic FS15 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching specs. The pic underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the M381 and FS15.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you need to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The younger M381 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Kodak M381 vs Panasonic FS15 sensor size comparison

Kodak M381 vs Panasonic FS15 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak M381 vs Panasonic FS15 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak M381 Portrait photography details
Panasonic FS15 Portrait photography details
21
manual focus not available
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
low resolution (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
21
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Kodak M381
Street photography with Panasonic FS15
47
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
heavier than competition in class (153g)
57
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Kodak M381 Sports photography advice
Panasonic FS15 Sports photography advice
17
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low resolution (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
max fps low (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Kodak M381
Travel photography with Panasonic FS15
50
flash built-in
does not have Time Lapse function
heavier than competition in class (153 grams)
low resolution (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
51
built-in flash
missing Time Lapse function
megapixel count low (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (29mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak M381 Landscape photography advice
Panasonic FS15 Landscape photography advice
28
screen size is good (3 inch)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
lack of manual mode
does not have image stabilization
low resolution (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
does not have Time Lapse function
28
has image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (29mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not possible
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak M381 Vlogging info
Panasonic FS15 Vlogging info
22
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 pixels)
does not have mic port
heavier than competition in class (153 grams)
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not great (29mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low res video (640 x 480 resolution)
missing mic jack
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Kodak M381 vs Panasonic FS15 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak M381 and Panasonic FS15
 Kodak EasyShare M381Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15
General Information
Brand Kodak Panasonic
Model Kodak EasyShare M381 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2009-07-29 2009-01-16
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Highest boosted ISO - 6400
Lowest native ISO 64 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-175mm (5.0x) 29-145mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.0-4.8 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus distance 10cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 60s
Maximum shutter speed 1/1400s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting speed - 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.20 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off
External flash
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) 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 153 gr (0.34 lb) 136 gr (0.30 lb)
Physical dimensions 101 x 60 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9")
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 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots One One
Price at launch $170 $180