Kodak M381 vs Samsung ST100
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Kodak M381 vs Samsung ST100 Key Specs
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- 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
- Released July 2009
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.6-4.8) lens
- 155g - 100 x 60 x 20mm
- Announced January 2010
Kodak M381 vs Samsung ST100 Overview
Following is a complete overview of the Kodak M381 versus Samsung ST100, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Samsung. The image resolution of the M381 (12MP) and the ST100 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe M381 was introduced 5 months earlier than the ST100 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short highlight of how the M381 grades vs the ST100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Kodak M381 vs Samsung ST100 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare M381 & Samsung ST100. The whole galleries are available at Kodak M381 Gallery & Samsung ST100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M381 over the Samsung ST100
M381 | ST100 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung ST100 over the Kodak M381
ST100 | M381 | |||
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Screen size | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 1152k | 230k | Clearer screen (+922k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Kodak M381 and Samsung ST100
M381 | ST100 | |||
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Announced | July 2009 | January 2010 | Similar age | |
Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Kodak M381 vs Samsung ST100 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Kodak M381 provides exterior measurements of 101mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST100 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Analyze the Kodak M381 versus Samsung ST100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the M381 compared to the ST100.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M381 and ST100 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Kodak M381 vs Samsung ST100 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specs. The picture below will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the M381 and ST100.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Samsung ST100 to offer you more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.
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Kodak M381 vs Samsung ST100 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M381 | Samsung ST100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Samsung |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M381 | Samsung ST100 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-07-29 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-4.8 | f/3.6-4.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 1,152k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | 3.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 153 grams (0.34 lbs) | 155 grams (0.34 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 60 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 100 x 60 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
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) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $170 | $250 |