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Kodak M550 vs Nikon S620

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
20
Overall
29
Kodak EasyShare M550 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S620 front
Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
20
Overall
28

Kodak M550 vs Nikon S620 Key Specs

Kodak M550
(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
  • Released January 2010
Nikon S620
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-112mm (F2.7-5.8) lens
  • 120g - 90 x 53 x 23mm
  • Announced February 2009
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Kodak M550 vs Nikon S620 Overview

On this page, we will be matching up the Kodak M550 vs Nikon S620, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Kodak and Nikon. The resolution of the M550 (12MP) and the S620 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The M550 was manufactured 12 months later than the S620 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short introduction of how the M550 scores vs the S620 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Kodak M550 over the Nikon S620

 M550 S620 
AnnouncedJanuary 2010February 2009Fresher by 12 months

Reasons to pick Nikon S620 over the Kodak M550

 S620 M550 

Common features in the Kodak M550 and Nikon S620

 M550 S620 
Manual focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen size
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Missing Touch friendly screen

Kodak M550 vs Nikon S620 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Kodak M550 features physical dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Nikon S620 has specifications of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).

See the Kodak M550 vs Nikon S620 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the M550 against the S620.

Kodak M550 vs Nikon S620 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the M550 and S620 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Kodak M550 vs Nikon S620 top view buttons comparison

Kodak M550 vs Nikon S620 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by seeing specs. The photograph below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the M550 and S620.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you should always factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent M550 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Kodak M550 vs Nikon S620 sensor size comparison

Kodak M550 vs Nikon S620 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak M550 vs Nikon S620 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak M550 Portrait photography details
Nikon S620 Portrait photography details
21
lack of manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
low MP (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
20
no manual focus
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

Kodak M550 Street photography details
Nikon S620 Street photography details
54
lighter than average in class (125g)
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
low max ISO (1,000)
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (120g)
screen does not articulate
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Kodak M550 Sports photography advice
Nikon S620 Sports photography advice
17
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow frames per second (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Kodak M550 Travel photography factors
Nikon S620 Travel photography factors
67
lighter than average in class (125g)
has built in flash
decently wide (28mm)
great max aperture (f)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
low MP (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
62
lighter than competition in class (120 grams)
flash built-in
rather wide (28mm)
missing Timelapse recording
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak M550 Landscape photography highlights
Nikon S620 Landscape photography highlights
31
decently wide (28mm)
great max aperture (f)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
low max ISO (1,000)
no RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse recording
32
rather wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.7)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
manual mode not available
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
missing Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak M550 Vlogging advice
Nikon S620 Vlogging advice
31
decently wide (28mm)
great max aperture (f)
lighter than average in class (125 grams)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 pxls)
doesn't have external microphone support
31
rather wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (120 grams)
slow max aperture (f2.7)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (640 x 480 pixels)
missing external microphone socket
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Kodak M550 vs Nikon S620 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak M550 and Nikon S620
 Kodak EasyShare M550Nikon Coolpix S620
General Information
Brand Kodak Nikon
Model Kodak EasyShare M550 Nikon Coolpix S620
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2010-01-05 2009-02-03
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 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1000 6400
Lowest native ISO 64 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-112mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture - f/2.7-5.8
Macro focus range 10cm 2cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 seconds 8 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate - 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.50 m -
Flash modes Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video file format - Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
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 lb) 120 gr (0.26 lb)
Physical dimensions 98 x 58 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") 90 x 53 x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" 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 EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, double) Yes (3 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots One One
Launch cost $119 $37