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Casio EX-Z35 vs Kodak M590

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
Casio Exilim EX-Z35 front
 
Kodak M590 front
Portability
99
Imaging
36
Features
20
Overall
29

Casio EX-Z35 vs Kodak M590 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z35
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 124g - 99 x 57 x 20mm
  • Released February 2010
Kodak M590
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 97 x 58 x 15mm
  • Released August 2010
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Kodak M590 Overview

In this article, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-Z35 versus Kodak M590, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Kodak. The image resolution of the EX-Z35 (12MP) and the M590 (14MP) is relatively close but the EX-Z35 (1/2.3") and M590 (1/3") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The EX-Z35 was released 6 months before the M590 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the EX-Z35 scores versus the M590 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z35 over the Kodak M590

 EX-Z35 M590 
Manually focus Very exact focusing

Reasons to pick Kodak M590 over the Casio EX-Z35

 M590 EX-Z35 

Common features in the Casio EX-Z35 and Kodak M590

 EX-Z35 M590 
ReleasedFebruary 2010August 2010Same generation
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing2.5"2.5"Equivalent screen measurements
Screen resolution230k230kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen Neither features Touch screen

Casio EX-Z35 vs Kodak M590 Physical Comparison

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z35 enjoys outside dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Kodak M590 has specifications of 97mm x 58mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z35 compared to the M590.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Kodak M590 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z35 and M590 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Kodak M590 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z35 vs Kodak M590 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing only by researching technical specs. The visual below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z35 and M590.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The EX-Z35 due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Kodak M590 will provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs far more aggressively.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Kodak M590 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z35 vs Kodak M590 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z35 vs Kodak M590 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 Portrait photography factors
Kodak M590 Portrait photography factors
27
manual focus
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
low resolution (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
29
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 Street photography highlights
Kodak M590 Street photography highlights
48
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
59
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (1/3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-Z35
Sports photography with Kodak M590
17
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
low resolution (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
34
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
fixed focal length (()mm)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,400 seconds)
sensor size is tiny (1/3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 Travel photography details
Kodak M590 Travel photography details
52
flash built-in
missing Timelapse mode
low resolution (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
70
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
very good max aperture (f)
missing Time Lapse function
does not contain selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 Landscape photography advice
Kodak M590 Landscape photography advice
28
manual focus
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen is small (2.5")
manual mode not possible
no image stabilization
low resolution (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
missing Timelapse mode
39
very good max aperture (f)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inches)
sensor size is tiny (1/3")
no RAW format
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 Vlogging highlights
Kodak M590 Vlogging highlights
22
wide angle not great (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 resolution)
missing microphone jack
31
very good max aperture (f)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing mic port
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Kodak M590 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z35 and Kodak M590
 Casio Exilim EX-Z35Kodak M590
General Information
Brand Name Casio Kodak
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z35 Kodak M590
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2010-02-21 2010-08-23
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Exilim Engine 5.0 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 4.8 x 3.6mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 17.3mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3242
Highest native ISO 3200 6400
Lowest native ISO 64 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 36-107mm (3.0x) ()
Maximum aperture f/3.1-5.6 -
Macro focus range 10cm -
Crop factor 5.8 7.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.5 inch 2.5 inch
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs 8 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1400 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.20 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft -
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) 1280 x 720
Highest video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG H.264
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 124g (0.27 lbs) -
Dimensions 99 x 57 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") 97 x 58 x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6")
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 model NP-82 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) -
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal -
Storage slots One One
Cost at release $99 $120