Kodak M550 vs Panasonic FH3
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94 Imaging
36 Features
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Kodak M550 vs Panasonic FH3 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
- Announced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 165g - 98 x 55 x 24mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS11

Kodak M550 vs Panasonic FH3 Overview
The following is a extensive review of the Kodak M550 versus Panasonic FH3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Kodak and Panasonic. The resolution of the M550 (12MP) and the FH3 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The M550 was brought out about the same time to the FH3 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the M550 grades versus the FH3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Kodak M550 vs Panasonic FH3 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M550 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak M550 Gallery and Panasonic FH3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M550 over the Panasonic FH3
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FH3 over the Kodak M550
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Common features in the Kodak M550 and Panasonic FH3
M550 | FH3 | |||
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Revealed | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Similar generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch screen |
Kodak M550 vs Panasonic FH3 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Kodak M550 has physical dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic FH3 has measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).
Examine the Kodak M550 versus Panasonic FH3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the M550 compared to the FH3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M550 and FH3 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Kodak M550 vs Panasonic FH3 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading through technical specs. The image here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the M550 and FH3.
As you can tell, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Panasonic FH3 to give you greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs much more aggressively.

Kodak M550 vs Panasonic FH3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak M550 vs Panasonic FH3 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M550 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model | Kodak EasyShare M550 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FS11 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-01-05 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1000 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 6.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 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 file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 grams (0.28 pounds) | 165 grams (0.36 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 98 x 55 x 24mm (3.9" 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 | KLIC-7006 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, double) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $119 | $160 |