Kodak M550 vs Panasonic ZS15
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Kodak M550 vs Panasonic ZS15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 208g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Revealed June 2012
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ25
- New Model is Panasonic ZS20

Kodak M550 vs Panasonic ZS15 Overview
Following is a extensive assessment of the Kodak M550 and Panasonic ZS15, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Kodak and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the M550 (12MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The M550 was revealed 3 years earlier than the ZS15 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the M550 matches up vs the ZS15 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak M550 vs Panasonic ZS15 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare M550 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak M550 Gallery & Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M550 over the Panasonic ZS15
M550 | ZS15 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS15 over the Kodak M550
ZS15 | M550 | |||
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Revealed | June 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 30 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak M550 and Panasonic ZS15
M550 | ZS15 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Kodak M550 vs Panasonic ZS15 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M550 has got outside dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS15 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).
Analyze the Kodak M550 and Panasonic ZS15 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the M550 and the ZS15.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M550 and ZS15 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Kodak M550 vs Panasonic ZS15 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The picture here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the M550 and ZS15.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photos although you have to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged M550 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

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Kodak M550 vs Panasonic ZS15 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M550 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model | Kodak EasyShare M550 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 |
Alternative name | - | Lumix DMC-TZ25 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-01-05 | 2012-06-29 |
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 | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1000 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
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) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 15 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 6.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
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 lb) | 208 grams (0.46 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 58 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
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 | - | 260 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | KLIC-7006 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, double) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $119 | $279 |