Kodak M550 vs Kodak Sport
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Kodak M550 vs Kodak Sport Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1000
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-140mm (F) lens
- 125g - 98 x 58 x 23mm
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 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
- Launched January 2011

Kodak M550 vs Kodak Sport Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Kodak M550 and Kodak Sport, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof and both are designed by Kodak. The sensor resolution of the M550 (12MP) and the Sport (12MP) is very close and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The M550 was introduced 12 months earlier than the Sport so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the M550 scores against the Sport with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Kodak M550 vs Kodak Sport Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare M550 and Kodak EasyShare Sport. The whole galleries are available at Kodak M550 Gallery and Kodak Sport Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M550 over the Kodak Sport
M550 | Sport | |||
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Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.4" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 112k | Sharper display (+118k dot) |
Reasons to pick Kodak Sport over the Kodak M550
Sport | M550 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 12 months |
Common features in the Kodak M550 and Kodak Sport
M550 | Sport | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Kodak M550 vs Kodak Sport Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Kodak M550 comes with physical dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Kodak Sport has sizing of 147mm x 58mm x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Analyze the Kodak M550 and Kodak Sport in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the M550 versus the Sport.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the M550 and Sport is 95 and 92 respectively.

Kodak M550 vs Kodak Sport Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specs. The picture underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M550 and Sport.
All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you will want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged M550 will be behind in sensor innovation.

Kodak M550 vs Kodak Sport Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak M550 vs Kodak Sport Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M550 | Kodak EasyShare Sport | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Kodak |
Model | Kodak EasyShare M550 | Kodak EasyShare Sport |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2010-01-05 | 2011-01-04 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1000 | 1250 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 35mm (1x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.0 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.4 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 112 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/1400 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 2.40 m (@ ISO 360) |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125 gr (0.28 lbs) | 175 gr (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 58 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 147 x 58 x 23mm (5.8" 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 model | KLIC-7006 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, double) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $119 | $155 |