Casio EX-Z550 vs Kodak M590
95 Imaging
36 Features
25 Overall
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99 Imaging
35 Features
20 Overall
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Kodak M590 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 143g - 99 x 53 x 20mm
- Launched January 2010
(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
- Introduced August 2010

Casio EX-Z550 vs Kodak M590 Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Casio EX-Z550 vs Kodak M590, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Casio and Kodak. The image resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the M590 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the EX-Z550 (1/2.3") and M590 (1/3") posses totally different sensor sizing.

The EX-Z550 was manufactured 7 months prior to the M590 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the EX-Z550 grades versus the M590 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Kodak M590 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 and Kodak M590. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery and Kodak M590 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Kodak M590
EX-Z550 | M590 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Kodak M590 over the Casio EX-Z550
M590 | EX-Z550 | |||
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Introduced | August 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 7 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Kodak M590
EX-Z550 | M590 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z550 vs Kodak M590 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z550 provides exterior measurements of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Kodak M590 has proportions 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).
Analyze the Casio EX-Z550 vs Kodak M590 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z550 versus the M590.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z550 and M590 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Kodak M590 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by seeing technical specs. The graphic below should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z550 and M590.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature the identical megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizing. The EX-Z550 has got the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler. The older EX-Z550 will be behind in sensor technology.

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Casio EX-Z550 vs Kodak M590 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Kodak M590 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Kodak |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Kodak M590 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2010-08-23 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 17.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3242 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | () |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 7.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.5" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1400s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 × 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 143 gr (0.32 lbs) | - |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 97 x 58 x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $149 | $120 |