Kodak M381 vs Samsung TL205
95 Imaging
35 Features
13 Overall
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94 Imaging
35 Features
17 Overall
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Kodak M381 vs Samsung TL205 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
- Launched July 2009
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Launched January 2010
- Also referred to as PL100
Kodak M381 vs Samsung TL205 Overview
Following is a extended comparison of the Kodak M381 and Samsung TL205, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the M381 (12MP) and the TL205 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe M381 was brought out 5 months prior to the TL205 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the M381 scores against the TL205 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Kodak M381 vs Samsung TL205 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M381 and Samsung TL205. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak M381 Gallery and Samsung TL205 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M381 over the Samsung TL205
M381 | TL205 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Kodak M381
TL205 | M381 |
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Common features in the Kodak M381 and Samsung TL205
M381 | TL205 | |||
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Launched | July 2009 | January 2010 | Similar generation | |
Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Kodak M381 vs Samsung TL205 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Kodak M381 offers outer dimensions of 101mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Samsung TL205 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check out the Kodak M381 and Samsung TL205 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the M381 compared to the TL205.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the M381 and TL205 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Kodak M381 vs Samsung TL205 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by reading through a spec sheet. The pic below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the M381 and TL205.
Clearly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of photographs however you have to take the production date of the products into consideration.
Kodak M381 vs Samsung TL205 Screen and ViewFinder
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Kodak M381 vs Samsung TL205 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M381 | Samsung TL205 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Kodak | Samsung |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M381 | Samsung TL205 |
Also called | - | PL100 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 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 measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-4.8 | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/1500s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | 3.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 gr (0.34 lbs) | 177 gr (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 60 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" 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, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $170 | $180 |