Canon N vs Kodak M590

On this page, we will be analyzing the Canon N vs Kodak M590, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Kodak. The image resolution of the N (12MP) and the M590 (14MP) is relatively similar but the N (1/2.3") and M590 (1/3") offer different sensor sizes.

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The N was revealed 2 years after the M590 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon N being a Compact camera and the Kodak M590 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the N scores against the M590 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot N & Kodak M590. The full galleries are available at Canon N Gallery & Kodak M590 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon N comes with outside dimensions of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Kodak M590 has measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the N versus the M590.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the N and M590 is 93 and 99 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes merely by going over technical specs. The picture here will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the N and M590.

As you have seen, both cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The N using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Kodak M590 will offer more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger N provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.