Kodak M381 vs Samsung ST80
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Kodak M381 vs Samsung ST80 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
- Released July 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 118g - 92 x 55 x 19mm
- Launched January 2010

Kodak M381 vs Samsung ST80 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Kodak M381 vs Samsung ST80, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Kodak and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the M381 (12MP) and the ST80 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The M381 was announced 5 months prior to the ST80 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going into a complete comparison, here is a quick overview of how the M381 grades versus the ST80 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Kodak M381 vs Samsung ST80 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare M381 and Samsung ST80. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak M381 Gallery and Samsung ST80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M381 over the Samsung ST80
M381 | ST80 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung ST80 over the Kodak M381
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Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Kodak M381 and Samsung ST80
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Launched | July 2009 | ![]() | January 2010 | Same generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Kodak M381 vs Samsung ST80 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Kodak M381 offers outside measurements of 101mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Samsung ST80 has proportions of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check out the Kodak M381 vs Samsung ST80 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the M381 compared to the ST80.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the M381 and ST80 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Kodak M381 vs Samsung ST80 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specifications. The image below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the M381 and ST80.
Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung ST80 to provide greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics way more aggressively.

Kodak M381 vs Samsung ST80 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak M381 vs Samsung ST80 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M381 | Samsung ST80 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Kodak | Samsung |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M381 | Samsung ST80 |
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 | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 4800 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-4.8 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Max 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 lb) | 118 grams (0.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 60 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 92 x 55 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $170 | $249 |