Kodak EasyShare M381

89 reviews

Apr, 2024

Positive
usability (49)
price (25)
size (21)
portability (21)
screen (20)

Negative
image quality (38)
stabilizer (6)
shutter (6)
reliability (6)
low-light (6)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 89 reviews of Kodak EasyShare M381. The average rating for this product is 3.3/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. People really like the screen and size. The portability and price are also mentioned favorably. There are some mixed reviews about the low light performance. There are some less positive comments about the lens and image stabilizer.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Kodak EasyShare M381 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 85/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Kodak EasyShare M381

alaTest has collected and analyzed 6 user reviews of Kodak EasyShare M381 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 3.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. People really like the usability and performance. The portability and size also get good views, but there are some negative opinions about the image quality.

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67% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Kodak EasyShare M381

alaTest has collected and analyzed 33 user reviews of Kodak EasyShare M381 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. People really like the performance and focus. The price and size also get good feedback, but there are some mixed views about the portability. Many are critical about the battery and reliability.

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55% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Joshua Goldman (cnet.com)

Kodak EasyShare M381 review

As point-and-shoot ultracompacts go, the attraction for the Kodak EasyShare M381 lies in its simplicity. Beyond its 5x zoom, 3-inch LCD, and quite consistent Smart Capture auto mode, the M381 has little to offer. Look at the glut of competition at its...

Good photo quality up to ISO 200; easy to operate.

Cheap feel; no optical image stabilization; narrow lens compared to the competition; noticeable photo quality drop-off at ISO 400.

Though it's missing a couple of key features for its price, the Kodak EasyShare M381 is a capable and uncomplicated ultracompact camera.

Jan, 2010

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Expert review by : Roman Loyola (pcworld.com)

Kodak EasyShare M381

The 12-megapixel Kodak EasyShare M381 ($170 as of 11/10/09) is a good low-priced point-and-shoot camera for anyone who doesn't want to fuss with a lot of controls--as long as they're also willing to deal with a few of the camera's quirks.

Perfect Touch feature fixes poorly lit shots ; Easy to use

Shutter and zoom lag a bit ; No HD video shooting ; Limited manual controls

This bargain-priced point-and-shoot camera has quirks and limitations, but it's a decent no-fuss option for beginners.

Nov, 2009

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Expert review by : Roman Loyola (macworld.com)

Review: Kodak EasyShare M381 digital camera

This bargain-priced point-and-shoot camera has quirks and limitations, but it's a decent no-fuss option for beginners.

The 5X optical zoom (35mm to 175mm) EasyShare M381 looks and feels like many basic point-and-shoot cameras geared toward easy operation. The top of the camera hosts the shutter button, the mode dial, the power button, and a useful flash button for...

Jan, 2010

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Expert review by : Roman Loyola (techadvisor.co.uk)

Kodak EasyShare M381 review

Kodak's 12Mp EasyShare M381 is an inexpensive point-and-shoot camera for anyone who doesn't want to fuss with a lot of controls - as long as you're also willing to deal with a few of the camera's quirks.

The Kodak EasyShare M381 is fully automated, easy to use and affordable, making it a decent point-and-shoot for anyone who doesn’t want to have to deal with camera settings. It has a few usability quirks and it lacks excitement, but it takes a decent...

Feb, 2010

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Expert review by : Joshua Goldman (cnet.com.au)

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Kodak EasyShare M381

Good photo quality up to ISO 200; easy to operate.

Cheap feel; no optical image stabilization; narrow lens compared to the competition; noticeable photo quality drop-off at ISO 400.

Though it's missing a couple of key features for its price, the Kodak EasyShare M381 is a capable and uncomplicated ultracompact camera.

Jan, 2010

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Expert review by : Roman Loyola (pcworld.in)

Kodak EasyShare M381

Perfect Touch feature fixes poorly lit shots ; Easy to use

Inconsistent exposures ; Shutter and zoom lag a bit ; No HD video shooting ; Limited manual controls

This point-and-shoot camera has quirks and limitations and it would be a no-fuss option for beginners if it's priced better.

Nov, 2009

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Expert review by : Digital Arts (digitalartsonline.co.uk)

Kodak EasyShare M381 review

May, 2010

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Expert review by : Claire Gillo (digicambuyer.co.uk)

Kodak Easyshare M381

A smart addition to the EasyShare range

With competent auto correct technology and instant post-production techniques that make up for any technical shortcomings the user may have, the M381 is the ideal compact companion for novices or occasional snappers.

Mar, 2010

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Expert review by : Roman Loyola (macworld.co.uk)

Kodak EasyShare M381 review

Point-and-shoot camera from Kodak for anyone who doesn't want to have to deal with camera settings.

Easy to use; Perfect Touch improves poorly lit shots

Shutter and zoom lag a bit; limited manual controls; no HD video shooting

Kodak’s 12-megapixel EasyShare M381 is a good low-priced point-and-shoot camera for anyone who doesn’t want to fuss with a lot of controls—as long as you’re also willing to deal with a few of the camera’s quirks.

Feb, 2010

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Consumer review (cnet.com)

"Overall, not a good value."

Fairly intuitive and easy to use. For this price range, the zoom is excellent and the video sound quality is impressive. LCD is bright and usable.

This camera will only take acceptable-to-good photos in daylight. Low light performance is noisy and very poor--virtually unusable, I would argue. Also, autofocus is slow and unreliable. It is very difficult to take decent photos with this camera.

Feb, 2013

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