Kodak M381 vs Sony T900
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Kodak M381 vs Sony T900 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 143g - 98 x 58 x 16mm
- Released February 2009

Kodak M381 vs Sony T900 Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Kodak M381 and Sony T900, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Kodak and Sony. The image resolution of the M381 (12MP) and the T900 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The M381 was revealed 6 months after the T900 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the M381 grades vs the T900 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak M381 vs Sony T900 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare M381 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900. The full galleries are provided at Kodak M381 Gallery and Sony T900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M381 over the Sony T900
M381 | T900 |
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Reasons to pick Sony T900 over the Kodak M381
T900 | M381 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+692k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Kodak M381 and Sony T900
M381 | T900 | |||
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Released | July 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Same generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Kodak M381 vs Sony T900 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Kodak M381 comes with physical 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 Sony T900 has specifications of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") with a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).
Check the Kodak M381 and Sony T900 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the M381 against the T900.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M381 and T900 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Kodak M381 vs Sony T900 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by going through technical specs. The pic underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the M381 and T900.
As you can tell, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you should really take the release date of the cameras into account.

Kodak M381 vs Sony T900 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak M381 vs Sony T900 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M381 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Kodak | Sony |
Model | Kodak EasyShare M381 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2009-07-29 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-4.8 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 153 grams (0.34 lb) | 143 grams (0.32 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 60 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 98 x 58 x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $170 | $300 |