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Kodak M381 vs Samsung PL120

Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
13
Overall
25
Kodak EasyShare M381 front
 
Samsung PL120 front
Portability
99
Imaging
36
Features
20
Overall
29

Kodak M381 vs Samsung PL120 Key Specs

Kodak M381
(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
Samsung PL120
(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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Kodak M381 vs Samsung PL120 Overview

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").

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The 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.

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Reasons to pick Kodak M381 over the Samsung PL120

 M381 PL120 
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Kodak M381

 PL120 M381 
IntroducedJanuary 2011July 2009More recent by 17 months

Common features in the Kodak M381 and Samsung PL120

 M381 PL120 
Manual focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kThe 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Kodak M381 vs Samsung PL120 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M381 and PL120 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Kodak M381 vs Samsung PL120 top view buttons comparison

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.

Kodak M381 vs Samsung PL120 sensor size comparison

Kodak M381 vs Samsung PL120 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak M381 vs Samsung PL120 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak M381 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung PL120 as a Portrait photography camera
20
no manual focus
no manual mode
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
28
good MP (14MP)
manual focus not available
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Kodak M381 as a Street photography camera
Samsung PL120 as a Street photography camera
47
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
more heavy than competitors in class (153 grams)
49
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Kodak M381 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung PL120 as a Sports photography camera
17
low max shutter speed (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
26
good MP (14 megapixels)
can't change focal length (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Kodak M381 Travel photography highlights
Samsung PL120 Travel photography highlights
50
flash built-in
lack of Timelapse recording
more heavy than competitors in class (153 grams)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
70
good MP (14MP)
built-in flash
very good max aperture (f)
missing Timelapse mode
doesn't have selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Kodak M381
Landscape photography with Samsung PL120
27
decent sized screen (3 inches)
no manual focus
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
no manual mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
lack of Timelapse recording
33
very good max aperture (f)
good MP (14MP)
manual focus not available
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
lack of manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak M381 Vlogging features
Samsung PL120 Vlogging features
22
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 pxls)
lack of external microphone support
more heavy than competitors in class (153g)
31
very good max aperture (f)
includes microphone port
doesn't have selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
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Kodak M381 vs Samsung PL120 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak M381 and Samsung PL120
 Kodak EasyShare M381Samsung 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