Kodak EasyShare M381 12MP Digital Point-And Shoot Camera (Black)
The 12MP Kodak EasyShare M381 Digital Camera features an innovative Smart Capture feature which automatically identifies a scene and takes care of focus, flash, and exposure to deliver great picture in just about any environment.
Stylish, compact, and easy to use, the camera features a 12 megapixel image sensor allowing for enlargements up to 30 x 40". It is equipped with a 5x optical zoom lens, and a large, bright 3" LCD screen. The M381 has face detection, blur reduction, and high ISO technologies keeping subjects looking their best.
Powered by a long-life lithium-ion battery, the M381 captures VGA quality motion video with audio, and still images can be viewed in high definition on a HDTV or other HD devices. Built-in multimedia functionality displays your photos on the camera and even has pre-loaded sound themes and creative transitions. The included Kodak EasyShare Software makes sharing content on the Kodak Gallery and YouTube fast and intuitive. Fun to use and easy to carry, the Kodak EasyShare M380 is the perfect digital camera to meet the needs of your digital lifestyle.
- 5x Zoom Optical Zoom Lens
- The 5X optical zoom lens (35 mm equivalent: 35-175 mm) captures crisp details and gets you closer to your subjects without reducing image quality.
- Blur Reduction
- The camera automatically minimizes the effects of blur caused by camera shake, subject movement or fast action to deliver clearer, sharper pictures.
- Print Up to 30 x 40"
- The EasyShare M381, with 12 megapixels, enables users to make prints up to 30 x 40 inches even when cropped and enlarged.
- 3.0" Color LCD
- The camera's 3.0" color LCD display lets you get a good look at your captures. Whether you shoot vertically or horizontally, with auto picture rotation your images appear right side up.
- Smart Capture
- Kodak's Smart Capture feature automatically identifies a scene and adjusts camera settings for optimal exposure.
- Automatic Modes
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The M381 has other automatic modes to help deliver great pictures:
- Intelligent scene detection - detects and analyzes scene conditions.
- Intelligent capture control - automatically sets camera settings including exposure, focus and ISO for clear, sharp pictures even in low light and challenging situations.
- Intelligent image processing - reduces noise and clears up dark shadows for vibrant, crisp details and true-to-life colors.
- Long-Life Lithium-Ion Battery
- The M381 is powered by a small, light, and powerful Lithium-ion battery included with the camera.
- High Definition Pictures
- The camera can deliver true HD pictures in 16:9 format and can be viewed on HDTV or other HD devices. 1
- Face Detection
- Catch those great smiles...face detection locates faces and automatically adjusts camera settings for a single subject or groups of people.
- High ISO
- See the details in low-light conditions and fast-action situations with high ISO (up to 1600).
- MultiMedia Slideshows
- Turn your pictures into a creative multimedia slideshow right on your camera and set the mood when you choose from pre-loaded sound themes and creative transitions.
- Multiple Scene Modes
- You can manually select from multiple scene and color modes. Create your perfect shot with cropping and undo/delete or use the panorama stitch mode to combine up to three shots into one large picture.
- Tag Pictures
- Tag your pictures on-camera, then find and organize them later with multi-field search.
- VGA & QVGA Video
- Record continuous VGA video (640 x 480) at 30 fps and QVGA video (320 x 240) at 30 fps. Video print options include 1- and 9-up prints. Plus, the M381 has QUICKTIME Motion JPEG with audio recording during capture and playback.
- Perfect Touch Technology
- The M381 features Kodak Perfect Touch Technology in manual mode to make pictures as vivid as the moment they were taken. It clears up dark shadows and delivers brighter pictures.
- In-Camera Memory
- Don't miss a shot if your memory card becomes full. Switch to the internal memory plus feature. With 32MB of internal memory and SD/SDHC card compatibility you can start shooting right out of the box.
- Upload To YouTube
- Sharing starts right on the back of the camera. Upload and share your favorite pictures and videos to YouTube™ and the Kodak Gallery via the Share button and Kodak EasyShare Software.
- EasyShare Software
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The EasyShare software (included) makes editing, creating and sharing easy:
- Organize your pictures with your own tags and star ratings, then use the search feature to quickly find any picture in your collection.
- Edit your pictures with ease - select from a variety of simple tools that reduce red-eye, improve lighting, remove wrinkles and blemishes, and add text.
- Create personalized photo projects online or at home...choose from hundreds of templates and designs to create photo books, cards, invitations, and much more.
- Warranty
- 1- Year Kodak Limited Warranty
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| Camera Type | Compact Digital Point & Shoot Camera |
| Imaging | |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 12.4MP |
| Sensor | 1 / 2.3 type |
| Bit Depth | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| File Formats |
JPEG/EXIF v2.21 QUICKTIME Motion JPEG with audio recording VGA QVGA |
| File Size |
11.8 MP (3968 x 2976) 4:3 10.5 MP (3968 x 2640) 3:2 8.8 MP (3968 x 2224) 16:9 6.2 MP (2880 x2160) 4:3 3.1 MP (2048 x 1536) 4:3 2.1 MP (1920 x 1080) 16:9 1.2 MP (1280 x 960) 4:3 |
| Color Spaces | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Shooting Modes |
Smart Capture Program (P) Scene Video Sport Blur reduction Panorama Video |
| Scene Modes |
Portrait Landscape Close-up Night Portrait Night Landscape Snow Beach Text/Document Fireworks Flower Museum/Manner Self-portrait High-ISO Children Backlight Panning Candlelight Sunset |
| Color Modes |
High Natural (default) Low Sepia Black and White |
| Image Stabilization | Yes (integration of face detection, scene detection, optimized auto ISO, broader dynamic range, auto KPT, optimized output) |
| Sharpness |
Sharp Normal (default) Soft |
| Optics | |
|---|---|
| Lens | KODAK AF 5X Optical Aspheric Lens, 35-175mm (35mm equiv.), f/3.0-4.8 |
| Zoom |
5X optical zoom 5X continuous digital zoom |
| Shutter Speed | 8 - 1/1400 sec |
| Focus Type | TTL-AF, selectable |
| Modes |
Auto Infinity Macro selectable |
| Focus Range |
Normal (wide): 2.95' (0.9 m) - infinity Tele: 2.95' (0.9 m) - infinity Macro (wide): 0.33 - 2.29' (0.1 -0.7 m) Macro (tele): 2.6 - 3.28' (0.8 - 1.0 m) Landscape: 32.8' (10 m) - infinity |
| Autofocus |
Continuous AF for Smart Capture Single AF AF Zones: Multi-zone AF (5 zone) Center Zone AF Face Detection |
| Shooting Controls | |
|---|---|
| Sensitivity |
Auto (Smart Capture): ISO 64 - 1600 Manual: 64, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, selectable |
| Metering |
Multi-pattern Center-weighted Center spot |
| Exposure Modes |
AE (Auto Exposure) when S1 locked Time Exposure (0.5 - 8.0 sec) |
| Exposure Compensation | ±2.0 EV with 1/3 EV steps |
| White Balance |
Auto Daylight Tungsten Fluorescent Open Shade |
| Date & Time Stamp | Yes |
| Burst Capability | 3 shots |
| Self Timer | 2/10 sec, 2 shots |
| Interval Recording | No |
| Remote Control | No |
| Flash | |
|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | Yes |
| Effective Flash Range |
2 - 10.5' (0.6 - 3.2 m) at wide, ISO 200 3' - 6.7' (0.9 - 2.0 m) at tele, ISO 200 |
| Flash Modes |
Auto Fill Red-eye Reduction Off |
| Built-in Memory |
32MB internal memory 17MB available for picture storage |
| Memory Card Type | SD, SDHC |
| Still Images per GB | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Custom Functions |
Share button LCD brightness Image storage Set tag Red-eye reduction Quickview Orientation sensor Camera sound Sound volume Date & time Video out Language |
| A/V Recording | |
|---|---|
| Video Format | QUICKTIME Motion JPEG with audio recording during capture |
| Video Resolution |
VGA (640 x 480) at 30 fps QVGA (320 x 240) at 30 fps |
| Video Clip Length | Continuous, based on memory capacity, up to 4 GB max |
| Audio Recording | During capture |
| Playback |
Select all Tag Protect Multimedia slideshow Properties Make picture Trim Action print Copy |
| Viewfinder/Display | |
|---|---|
| Viewfinder Type | N/A |
| Viewfinder Coverage | N/A |
| Display | 3.0" indoor/outdoor color display (230K) |
| Connectivity/System Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Connectivity |
USB PictBridge |
| System Requirements |
WINDOWS Windows OS XP SP2 or later or VISTA Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher MACINTOSH Macintosh OS X 10.4 or higher Safari 1.1 or higher Hardware 1.4 GHz processor or higher 1GB RAM 300MB hard drive disk space available CD-ROM drive USB v1.1 or higher 1024 x 768 display resolution |
| Interfaces |
USB 2.0 high speed AV output (NTSC or PAL selectable) |
| Environmental | |
|---|---|
| Operating/Storage Temperature | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Weatherproofing | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Durability | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Power | |
|---|---|
| Battery Type | Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery KLIC-7003 |
| Power Adapter |
5VAC adapter inlet on camera USB cable USB/AC adapter for in-camera charging |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 4.0 x 2.3 x 0.8" (101.6 x 58.42 x 2.03mm) |
| Weight | 4.69 oz (133 g) (without batteries) |
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Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Video
Comments about Kodak EasyShare M381 12MP Digital Point-And Shoot Camera (Black):
Great for family portrait. Compact to carry everyday.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Kodak EasyShare M381 12MP Digital Point-And Shoot Camera (Black):
i just keep this camera in my bag in case i see something in NYC that strikes my fancy. it is slim enough, easy to use and easy to upload. the large screen on back is great to see what was just taken. it can be a little convoluted to access menus but that is just me looking for something negative.
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Always keep a spare battery handy so you won't get caught without power.
- Price: $17.95
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Carry, store, and protect all your equipment with a bag or a case.
- Price: $7.99
Screen Protectors
Protect your LCD screen from scratches and finger prints.
- Price: $7.49
Card Readers
Download your pictures faster and save battery life.
- Price: $8.99
What's in the Box
- KLIC-7003 Lithium-Ion Battery (3.7v, 1050mAh)
- USB AC Adapter for USB Cable
- USB Cable
- Wrist Strap
- User Guide With Kodak EASYSHARE Software
- 1-Year Kodak Limited Warranty
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