Kodak M381 vs Samsung PL120
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Kodak M381 vs Samsung PL120 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
- Announced July 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2011
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On this page, we will be looking at the Kodak M381 vs Samsung PL120, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Kodak and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the M381 (12MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe M381 was unveiled 17 months prior to the PL120 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the M381 grades vs the PL120 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Photography Glossary Kodak M381 vs Samsung PL120 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare M381 and Samsung PL120. The full galleries are provided at Kodak M381 Gallery and Samsung PL120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M381 over the Samsung PL120
| M381 | PL120 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Kodak M381
| PL120 | M381 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2011 | July 2009 | More recent by 17 months |
Common features in the Kodak M381 and Samsung PL120
| M381 | PL120 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
| Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly screen | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Kodak M381 vs Samsung PL120 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M381 has exterior dimensions of 101mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL120 has dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Analyze the Kodak M381 vs Samsung PL120 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the M381 and the PL120.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M381 and PL120 is 95 and 99 respectively.
Kodak M381 vs Samsung PL120 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements simply by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the M381 and PL120.
Clearly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Samsung PL120 to render greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older M381 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Kodak M381 vs Samsung PL120 Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare M381 | Samsung PL120 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Kodak | Samsung |
| Model type | Kodak EasyShare M381 | Samsung PL120 |
| Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Announced | 2009-07-29 | 2011-01-05 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 64 | - |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | () |
| Largest aperture | f/3.0-4.8 | - |
| Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/2000s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.20 m | - |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 153g (0.34 lbs) | - |
| Physical dimensions | 101 x 60 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
| 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 ID | KLIC-7003 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | - |
| Storage slots | Single | - |
| Cost at launch | $170 | $150 |