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Kodak M381 vs Sony W320

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
13
Overall
26
Kodak EasyShare M381 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320 front
Portability
97
Imaging
36
Features
21
Overall
30

Kodak M381 vs Sony W320 Key Specs

Kodak M381
(Full Review)
  • 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
Sony W320
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
  • 117g - 93 x 52 x 17mm
  • Released January 2010
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Kodak M381 vs Sony W320 Overview

On this page, we will be looking at the Kodak M381 versus Sony W320, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Kodak and Sony. The sensor resolution of the M381 (12MP) and the W320 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The M381 was revealed 5 months prior to the W320 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick overview of how the M381 grades vs the W320 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Kodak M381 over the Sony W320

 M381 W320 
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Sony W320 over the Kodak M381

 W320 M381 

Common features in the Kodak M381 and Sony W320

 M381 W320 
ReleasedJuly 2009January 2010Same generation
Focus manually No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

Kodak M381 vs Sony W320 Physical Comparison

If you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Kodak M381 offers physical dimensions of 101mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Sony W320 has proportions of 93mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Kodak M381 versus Sony W320 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the M381 vs the W320.

Kodak M381 vs Sony W320 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M381 and W320 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Kodak M381 vs Sony W320 top view buttons comparison

Kodak M381 vs Sony W320 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions purely by looking through technical specs. The picture underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the M381 and W320.

As you have seen, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony W320 to render more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively.

Kodak M381 vs Sony W320 sensor size comparison

Kodak M381 vs Sony W320 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak M381 vs Sony W320 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak M381 Portrait photography factors
Sony W320 Portrait photography factors
21
manual focus not available
no manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
28
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Kodak M381 Street photography info
Sony W320 Street photography info
47
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
heavier than average in class (153 grams)
48
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Kodak M381 Sports photography factors
Sony W320 Sports photography factors
17
low max shutter speed (1/1,400 seconds)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
26
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Kodak M381 Travel photography information
Sony W320 Travel photography information
50
has built in flash
lack of Time Lapse function
heavier than average in class (153 grams)
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
66
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
relatively wide (26mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak M381 Landscape photography features
Sony W320 Landscape photography features
28
screen is a decent size (3 inches)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
no manual mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
lack of Time Lapse function
33
relatively wide (26mm)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.7)
small screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not available
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak M381 Vlogging info
Sony W320 Vlogging info
22
wide angle not great (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of mic jack
heavier than average in class (153 grams)
26
relatively wide (26mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.7)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 pxls)
does not have microphone support
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Kodak M381 vs Sony W320 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak M381 and Sony W320
 Kodak EasyShare M381Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320
General Information
Make Kodak Sony
Model type Kodak EasyShare M381 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2009-07-29 2010-01-07
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 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Minimum native ISO 64 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-175mm (5.0x) 26-105mm (4.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.0-4.8 f/2.7-5.7
Macro focusing distance 10cm 4cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3" 2.7"
Display resolution 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 seconds 1 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shutter rate - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.20 m 4.80 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 640x480
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 grams (0.34 lbs) 117 grams (0.26 lbs)
Physical dimensions 101 x 60 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") 93 x 52 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 NP-BN1
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 sec or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Retail cost $170 $269