Kodak C135 vs Panasonic FX580
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Kodak C135 vs Panasonic FX580 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1250
- 640 x 480 video
- 35mm (F3.0) lens
- 175g - 147 x 58 x 23mm
- Introduced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 167g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Announced January 2009
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FX550

Kodak C135 vs Panasonic FX580 Overview
The following is a detailed analysis of the Kodak C135 versus Panasonic FX580, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Kodak and Panasonic. The image resolution of the C135 (14MP) and the FX580 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The C135 was revealed 2 years after the FX580 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the C135 matches up against the FX580 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Kodak C135 vs Panasonic FX580 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare C135 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580. The full galleries are available at Kodak C135 Gallery & Panasonic FX580 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak C135 over the Panasonic FX580
C135 | FX580 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 36 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX580 over the Kodak C135
FX580 | C135 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.4" | Larger display (+0.6") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 112k | Clearer display (+118k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak C135 and Panasonic FX580
C135 | FX580 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Kodak C135 vs Panasonic FX580 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and size. The Kodak C135 enjoys outside dimensions of 147mm x 58mm x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic FX580 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Kodak C135 versus Panasonic FX580 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the C135 and the FX580.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the C135 and FX580 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Kodak C135 vs Panasonic FX580 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading technical specs. The image below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the C135 and FX580.
As you have seen, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Kodak C135 to deliver greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively. The more recent C135 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Kodak C135 vs Panasonic FX580 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak C135 vs Panasonic FX580 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare C135 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model | Kodak EasyShare C135 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 |
Alternate name | - | Lumix DMC-FX550 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-01-10 | 2009-01-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1250 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35mm (1x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.4" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 112k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 2.40 m (@ ISO 360) | 6.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175 grams (0.39 pounds) | 167 grams (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 147 x 58 x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $0 | $499 |