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Kodak M381 vs Samsung TL210

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
13
Overall
26
Kodak EasyShare M381 front
 
Samsung TL210 front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
27
Overall
31

Kodak M381 vs Samsung TL210 Key Specs

Kodak M381
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-175mm (F3.0-4.8) lens
  • 153g - 101 x 60 x 20mm
  • Revealed July 2009
Samsung TL210
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 27-135mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
  • Released January 2010
  • Alternate Name is PL150
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Kodak M381 vs Samsung TL210 Overview

Here is a comprehensive review of the Kodak M381 and Samsung TL210, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Kodak and Samsung. The image resolution of the M381 (12MP) and the TL210 (12MP) is very close and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The M381 was unveiled 5 months before the TL210 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise overview of how the M381 matches up versus the TL210 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Kodak M381 over the Samsung TL210

 M381 TL210 

Reasons to pick Samsung TL210 over the Kodak M381

 TL210 M381 
Display sizing3.5"3"Larger display (+0.5")

Common features in the Kodak M381 and Samsung TL210

 M381 TL210 
ReleasedJuly 2009January 2010Same generation
Manual focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither offers Touch friendly display

Kodak M381 vs Samsung TL210 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to carry your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Kodak M381 offers outer measurements of 101mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Samsung TL210 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).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the M381 vs the TL210.

Kodak M381 vs Samsung TL210 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M381 and TL210 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Kodak M381 vs Samsung TL210 top view buttons comparison

Kodak M381 vs Samsung TL210 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, its difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching specs. The visual underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the M381 and TL210.

All in all, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP so you should expect comparable quality of files although you should really consider the production date of the cameras into account.

Kodak M381 vs Samsung TL210 sensor size comparison

Kodak M381 vs Samsung TL210 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak M381 vs Samsung TL210 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak M381 Portrait photography factors
Samsung TL210 Portrait photography factors
21
focusing manually not possible
no manual mode
no external flash support
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
21
no manual focus
no manual mode
can't use external flash
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Kodak M381 Street photography features
Samsung TL210 Street photography features
47
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
heavier than others in class (153g)
59
has image stabilization (Optical)
comes with touch to focus
no articulating screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
heavier than competition (177g)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Kodak M381
Sports photography with Samsung TL210
17
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
lack of shutter priority mode
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Kodak M381 Travel photography information
Samsung TL210 Travel photography information
50
built-in flash
missing Time Lapse mode
heavier than others in class (153 grams)
low megapixels (12MP)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
59
comes with touch to focus
flash built-in
rather wide (27mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
heavier than competition (177 grams)
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak M381 Landscape photography features
Samsung TL210 Landscape photography features
28
screen size is good (3")
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
no manual mode
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
missing Time Lapse mode
37
rather wide (27mm)
very good size screen (3.5 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual mode
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak M381 Vlogging factors
Samsung TL210 Vlogging factors
22
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 pixels)
missing external mic port
heavier than others in class (153 grams)
28
rather wide (27mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of mic jack
heavier than competition (177g)
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Kodak M381 vs Samsung TL210 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak M381 and Samsung TL210
 Kodak EasyShare M381Samsung TL210
General Information
Company Kodak Samsung
Model Kodak EasyShare M381 Samsung TL210
Also Known as - PL150
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2009-07-29 2010-01-06
Body design 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 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Minimum native ISO 64 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-175mm (5.0x) 27-135mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.0-4.8 f/3.5-5.9
Macro focus range 10cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 3.5"
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s 8s
Highest shutter speed 1/1400s 1/2000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 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
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
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)
Highest video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 153 gr (0.34 pounds) 177 gr (0.39 pounds)
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 score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model KLIC-7003 SLB-07B
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $170 $230