Kodak M550 vs Panasonic ZS1

Here, we are comparing the Kodak M550 and Panasonic ZS1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Kodak and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the M550 (12MP) and the ZS1 (10MP) is fairly well matched but the M550 (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") have totally different sensor measurements.

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The M550 was unveiled 8 months after the ZS1 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the M550 matches up vs the ZS1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare M550 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The full galleries are available at Kodak M550 Gallery & Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Kodak M550 features outside measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS1 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the M550 compared to the ZS1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M550 and ZS1 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through specs. The image underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the M550 and ZS1.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The M550 using its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Kodak M550 will give you extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The younger M550 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.