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Kodak M550 vs Olympus TG-320

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
20
Overall
29
Kodak EasyShare M550 front
 
Olympus TG-320 front
Portability
94
Imaging
38
Features
33
Overall
36

Kodak M550 vs Olympus TG-320 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
  • Revealed January 2010
Olympus TG-320
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
  • 155g - 96 x 63 x 23mm
  • Introduced January 2012
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Kodak M550 vs Olympus TG-320 Overview

On this page, we will be analyzing the Kodak M550 versus Olympus TG-320, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Kodak and Olympus. The image resolution of the M550 (12MP) and the TG-320 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The M550 was revealed 24 months before the TG-320 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the M550 scores against the TG-320 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Kodak M550 over the Olympus TG-320

 M550 TG-320 

Reasons to pick Olympus TG-320 over the Kodak M550

 TG-320 M550 
IntroducedJanuary 2012January 2010More modern by 24 months

Common features in the Kodak M550 and Olympus TG-320

 M550 TG-320 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen measurement
Screen resolution230k230kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch screen Missing Touch screen

Kodak M550 vs Olympus TG-320 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M550 has outer 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) and the Olympus TG-320 has dimensions of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Look at the Kodak M550 versus Olympus TG-320 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the M550 and the TG-320.

Kodak M550 vs Olympus TG-320 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the M550 and TG-320 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Kodak M550 vs Olympus TG-320 top view buttons comparison

Kodak M550 vs Olympus TG-320 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes only by researching specifications. The pic underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M550 and TG-320.

To sum up, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Olympus TG-320 to result in more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged M550 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Kodak M550 vs Olympus TG-320 sensor size comparison

Kodak M550 vs Olympus TG-320 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak M550 vs Olympus TG-320 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak M550 Portrait photography details
Olympus TG-320 Portrait photography details
21
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
34
decent MP (14MP)
supports face detect focusing
manual focus not available
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Kodak M550
Street photography with Olympus TG-320
54
lighter than competitors in class (125 grams)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
low max ISO (1,000)
66
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proofing
lighter than average (155 grams)
no articulating screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Kodak M550 Sports photography advice
Olympus TG-320 Sports photography advice
17
max shutter speed is low (1/1,400 seconds)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
41
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
weather proofing
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
low battery (150 CIPA)
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Kodak M550
Travel photography with Olympus TG-320
67
lighter than competitors in class (125 grams)
has built in flash
really wide (28mm)
great max aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
67
lighter than average (155 grams)
weather proofing
decent MP (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
rather wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
low battery (150 per charge)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Kodak M550
Landscape photography with Olympus TG-320
31
really wide (28mm)
great max aperture (f)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
small screen (2.7 inches)
lack of manual exposure
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
low max ISO (1,000)
doesn't have RAW format
does not have Time Lapse function
39
rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
weather proofing
manual focus not available
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
manual mode not available
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
low battery (150 per charge)
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak M550 as a Vlogging camera
Olympus TG-320 as a Vlogging camera
31
really wide (28mm)
great max aperture (f)
lighter than competitors in class (125g)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 pxls)
does not have mic support
32
rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports face detect focusing
lighter than average (155 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of mic socket
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Kodak M550 vs Olympus TG-320 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak M550 and Olympus TG-320
 Kodak EasyShare M550Olympus TG-320
General Information
Manufacturer Kodak Olympus
Model type Kodak EasyShare M550 Olympus TG-320
Category Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Revealed 2010-01-05 2012-01-10
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - TruePic III+
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4288 x 3216
Max native ISO 1000 1600
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-102mm (3.6x)
Max aperture - f/3.5-5.1
Macro focusing range 10cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen technology - TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30s 4s
Maximum shutter speed 1/1400s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting rate - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 5.80 m
Flash options Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data format - MPEG-4, H.264
Mic 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
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 125 gr (0.28 pounds) 155 gr (0.34 pounds)
Physical dimensions 98 x 58 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") 96 x 63 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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
Battery life - 150 pictures
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID KLIC-7006 LI-42B
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, double) Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots 1 1
Launch pricing $119 $0