Canon SX710 HS vs Kodak M550
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Canon SX710 HS vs Kodak M550 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 269g - 113 x 66 x 35mm
- Launched January 2015
- Previous Model is Canon SX700 HS
- Renewed by Canon SX720 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1000
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-140mm (F) lens
- 125g - 98 x 58 x 23mm
- Announced January 2010

Canon SX710 HS vs Kodak M550 Overview
Following is a comprehensive overview of the Canon SX710 HS versus Kodak M550, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Kodak. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the SX710 HS (20MP) and M550 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX710 HS was released 5 years after the M550 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the SX710 HS scores versus the M550 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX710 HS vs Kodak M550 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS & Kodak EasyShare M550. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX710 HS Gallery & Kodak M550 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX710 HS over the Kodak M550
SX710 HS | M550 | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 61 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Kodak M550 over the Canon SX710 HS
M550 | SX710 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX710 HS and Kodak M550
SX710 HS | M550 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Canon SX710 HS vs Kodak M550 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX710 HS comes with physical measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Kodak M550 has dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Check out the Canon SX710 HS versus Kodak M550 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX710 HS compared to the M550.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX710 HS and M550 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Canon SX710 HS vs Kodak M550 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes only by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX710 HS and M550.
As you can see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Canon SX710 HS to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher SX710 HS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon SX710 HS vs Kodak M550 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX710 HS vs Kodak M550 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX710 HS | Kodak EasyShare M550 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Kodak |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX710 HS | Kodak EasyShare M550 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2015-01-06 | 2010-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1000 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-750mm (30.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/1400 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 269g (0.59 lb) | 125g (0.28 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 66 x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 98 x 58 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6LH | KLIC-7006 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, double) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $349 | $119 |