FujiFilm JZ500 vs Kodak M580

Below is a thorough review of the FujiFilm JZ500 versus Kodak M580, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Kodak. The sensor resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the M580 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The JZ500 was introduced 11 months later than the M580 so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the JZ500 scores versus the M580 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 & Kodak EasyShare M580. The whole galleries are provided at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery & Kodak M580 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JZ500 has got physical dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Kodak M580 has measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") having a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the JZ500 and the M580.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the JZ500 and M580 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements merely by looking through technical specs. The graphic here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the JZ500 and M580.

As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP so you can expect comparable quality of photos but you should take the age of the cameras into account. The newer JZ500 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.