Kodak M381 vs Sony TX30

Here is a in-depth overview of the Kodak M381 and Sony TX30, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Kodak and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the M381 (12MP) and TX30 (18MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The M381 was brought out 5 years earlier than the TX30 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going through a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the M381 matches up vs the TX30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare M381 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak M381 Gallery and Sony TX30 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and size. The Kodak M381 features external 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 Sony TX30 has specifications of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Check out the Kodak M381 and Sony TX30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the M381 vs the TX30.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the M381 and TX30 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through specifications. The photograph underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the M381 and TX30.

To sum up, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony TX30 to resolve greater detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older M381 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.