Kodak M550 vs Panasonic TS6
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Kodak M550 vs Panasonic TS6 Key Specs
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1000
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-140mm (F) lens
- 125g - 98 x 58 x 23mm
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Launched January 2015
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT6
- Succeeded the Panasonic TS5
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In this article, we will be contrasting the Kodak M550 and Panasonic TS6, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Kodak and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the M550 (12MP) and TS6 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe M550 was revealed 6 years prior to the TS6 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summary of how the M550 matches up versus the TS6 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M550 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The full galleries are provided at Kodak M550 Gallery & Panasonic TS6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M550 over the Panasonic TS6
| M550 | TS6 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS6 over the Kodak M550
| TS6 | M550 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2015 |  | January 2010 | Newer by 60 months |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak M550 and Panasonic TS6
| M550 | TS6 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Kodak M550 vs Panasonic TS6 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Kodak M550 comes with outer 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 TS6 has proportions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the M550 and the TS6.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the M550 and TS6 is 95 and 91 respectively.
Kodak M550 vs Panasonic TS6 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing technical specs. The pic below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the M550 and TS6.
As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Panasonic TS6 to provide greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged M550 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Kodak M550 vs Panasonic TS6 Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare M550 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Kodak | Panasonic |
| Model | Kodak EasyShare M550 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 |
| Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FT6 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
| Launched | 2010-01-05 | 2015-01-06 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1000 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 23 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
| Maximum aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 230k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/1300 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.50 m | 5.60 m |
| Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| 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 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 125g (0.28 lb) | 214g (0.47 lb) |
| Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
| 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 life | - | 370 shots |
| Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | KLIC-7006 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, double) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Pricing at launch | $119 | $300 |
