Clicky

Canon SX710 HS vs Kodak M550

Portability
89
Imaging
46
Features
51
Overall
48
Canon PowerShot SX710 HS front
 
Kodak EasyShare M550 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
20
Overall
29

Canon SX710 HS vs Kodak M550 Key Specs

Canon SX710 HS
(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
Kodak M550
(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
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

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").

Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

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.

Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixels
	
	

Reasons to pick Canon SX710 HS over the Kodak M550

 SX710 HS M550 
AnnouncedJanuary 2015January 2010More modern by 61 months
Manually focus More precise focusing
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution922k230kSharper display (+692k dot)

Reasons to pick Kodak M550 over the Canon SX710 HS

 M550 SX710 HS 

Common features in the Canon SX710 HS and Kodak M550

 SX710 HS M550 
Display typeFixed 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Canon SX710 HS vs Kodak M550 size comparison

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 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Canon SX710 HS vs Kodak M550 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SX710 HS vs Kodak M550 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SX710 HS Portrait photography information
Kodak M550 Portrait photography information
47
focusing manually
MP count good (20MP)
features face detect focusing
external flash not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
21
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
resolution not great (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

Street Comparison

Canon SX710 HS Street photography features
Kodak M550 Street photography features
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (269 grams)
screen is fixed
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
54
lighter than competition in class (125g)
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
low max ISO (1,000)
Photography Glossary

Sports Comparison

Canon SX710 HS Sports photography info
Kodak M550 Sports photography info
48
great zoom range (25-750mm 30.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (20MP)
features tracking focus
very slow continuous shooting (6.0 frames/s)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
low battery power (230 per charge)
does not have phase detect AF
17
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,400 seconds)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon SX710 HS
Travel photography with Kodak M550
67
lighter than others (269g)
MP count good (20MP)
flash built-in
fairly wide (25mm)
long reach (750mm)
no Timelapse function
low battery power (230 CIPA)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
67
lighter than competition in class (125g)
built-in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
great max aperture (f)
doesn't have Timelapse function
resolution not great (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealing

Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Canon SX710 HS
Landscape photography with Kodak M550
50
focusing manually
fairly wide (25mm)
screen is a good size (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (20MP)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
low battery power (230 shots)
no Timelapse function
31
fairly wide (28mm)
great max aperture (f)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
resolution not great (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
low max ISO (1,000)
no RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse function
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video

Vlogging Comparison

Canon SX710 HS as a Vlogging camera
Kodak M550 as a Vlogging camera
34
fairly wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than others (269g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
no microphone jack
31
fairly wide (28mm)
great max aperture (f)
lighter than competition in class (125g)
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 pixels)
doesn't have external microphone support
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

Canon SX710 HS vs Kodak M550 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX710 HS and Kodak M550
 Canon PowerShot SX710 HSKodak EasyShare M550
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