Kodak M381 vs Sony W570

Let's take a more detailed look at the Kodak M381 versus Sony W570, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Kodak and Sony. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the M381 (12MP) and W570 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The M381 was introduced 17 months prior to the W570 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a short view of how the M381 matches up vs the W570 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M381 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570. The whole galleries are viewable at Kodak M381 Gallery and Sony W570 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Kodak M381 has outer dimensions 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 W570 has proportions of 91mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Kodak M381 versus Sony W570 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the M381 compared to the W570.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the M381 and W570 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Often, its hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements only by going through specifications. The visual underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M381 and W570.

To sum up, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony W570 to produce greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older M381 will be behind in sensor tech.