Canon A490 vs Kodak M580
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Canon A490 vs Kodak M580 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-122mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 175g - 94 x 62 x 31mm
- Released January 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F) lens
- 150g - 101 x 59 x 56mm
- Launched July 2009
Canon A490 vs Kodak M580 Overview
Following is a extended overview of the Canon A490 versus Kodak M580, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Kodak. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the A490 (10MP) and M580 (14MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe A490 was announced 6 months after the M580 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the A490 scores against the M580 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon A490 vs Kodak M580 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A490 & Kodak EasyShare M580. The whole galleries are available at Canon A490 Gallery & Kodak M580 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A490 over the Kodak M580
A490 | M580 |
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Reasons to pick Kodak M580 over the Canon A490
M580 | A490 | |||
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Display size | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 230k | 115k | Sharper display (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A490 and Kodak M580
A490 | M580 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | July 2009 | Similar age | |
Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Missing Touch friendly display |
Canon A490 vs Kodak M580 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon A490 comes with physical measurements of 94mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Kodak M580 has proportions of 101mm x 59mm x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).
Examine the Canon A490 versus Kodak M580 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the A490 versus the M580.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the A490 and M580 is 93 and 90 respectively.
Canon A490 vs Kodak M580 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by checking a spec sheet. The pic underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the A490 and M580.
Clearly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Kodak M580 to resolve more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively.
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Canon A490 vs Kodak M580 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A490 | Kodak EasyShare M580 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Kodak |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A490 | Kodak EasyShare M580 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-01-05 | 2009-07-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 5 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-122mm (3.3x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.8 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 115 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1400 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175 grams (0.39 pounds) | 150 grams (0.33 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 62 x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 101 x 59 x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") |
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 | 2 x AA | KLIC-7006 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $99 | $169 |