Canon SD4000 IS vs Kodak M580

Let's look a little more closely at the Canon SD4000 IS versus Kodak M580, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Kodak. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the SD4000 IS (10MP) and M580 (14MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SD4000 IS was brought out 13 months later than the M580 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SD4000 IS grades vs the M580 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS and Kodak EasyShare M580. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SD4000 IS Gallery and Kodak M580 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SD4000 IS comes with external dimensions of 100mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Kodak M580 has proportions of 101mm x 59mm x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

Compare the Canon SD4000 IS versus Kodak M580 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SD4000 IS against the M580.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD4000 IS and M580 is 94 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specifications. The graphic here might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD4000 IS and M580.

To sum up, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Kodak M580 to offer you greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The younger SD4000 IS provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.