Canon A2200 vs Kodak M550

Here is a complete assessment of the Canon A2200 and Kodak M550, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Kodak. The resolution of the A2200 (14MP) and the M550 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A2200 was unveiled 13 months later than the M550 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the A2200 scores versus the M550 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A2200 and Kodak EasyShare M550. The full galleries are provided at Canon A2200 Gallery and Kodak M550 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Canon A2200 offers outside measurements of 93mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Kodak M550 has specifications of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

See the Canon A2200 and Kodak M550 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the A2200 compared to the M550.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the A2200 and M550 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing specifications. The graphic here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the A2200 and M550.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Canon A2200 to provide extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher A2200 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.