Kodak M381 vs Samsung ST6500

Its time to examine more in depth at the Kodak M381 vs Samsung ST6500, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Kodak and Samsung. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the M381 (12MP) and ST6500 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The M381 was released 17 months earlier than the ST6500 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short highlight of how the M381 grades against the ST6500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare M381 and Samsung ST6500. The complete galleries are viewable at Kodak M381 Gallery and Samsung ST6500 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M381 offers physical dimensions of 101mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST6500 has dimensions of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the M381 vs the ST6500.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the M381 and ST6500 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements purely by researching a spec sheet. The photograph here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the M381 and ST6500.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Samsung ST6500 to result in extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older M381 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.