Kodak M381 vs Samsung TL240
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Kodak M381 vs Samsung TL240 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
- Introduced July 2009
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Launched January 2010
- Also referred to as ST5000
Kodak M381 vs Samsung TL240 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Kodak M381 versus Samsung TL240, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Kodak and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the M381 (12MP) and the TL240 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe M381 was unveiled 5 months prior to the TL240 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the M381 matches up against the TL240 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Kodak M381 vs Samsung TL240 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare M381 and Samsung TL240. The full galleries are available at Kodak M381 Gallery and Samsung TL240 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M381 over the Samsung TL240
M381 | TL240 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung TL240 over the Kodak M381
TL240 | M381 | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Kodak M381 and Samsung TL240
M381 | TL240 | |||
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Launched | July 2009 | January 2010 | Similar generation | |
Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Kodak M381 vs Samsung TL240 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M381 has got external measurements of 101mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Samsung TL240 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Contrast the Kodak M381 versus Samsung TL240 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the M381 versus the TL240.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M381 and TL240 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Kodak M381 vs Samsung TL240 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by checking specifications. The picture underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the M381 and TL240.
Plainly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung TL240 to give extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images way more aggressively.
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Kodak M381 vs Samsung TL240 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M381 | Samsung TL240 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Samsung |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M381 | Samsung TL240 |
Also called as | - | ST5000 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 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 | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4334 x 3256 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 4800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-4.8 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure 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 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 153 gr (0.34 pounds) | 160 gr (0.35 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 60 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" 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 | SLB-11A |
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 | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $170 | $171 |