Kodak M550 vs Samsung HZ15W
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Kodak M550 vs Samsung HZ15W 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
- Released January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Revealed February 2009
- Additionally Known as WB550

Kodak M550 vs Samsung HZ15W Overview
Below, we are comparing the Kodak M550 versus Samsung HZ15W, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Kodak and Samsung. The resolution of the M550 (12MP) and the HZ15W (12MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The M550 was announced 11 months later than the HZ15W which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple view of how the M550 matches up versus the HZ15W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Kodak M550 vs Samsung HZ15W Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare M550 & Samsung HZ15W. The whole galleries are viewable at Kodak M550 Gallery & Samsung HZ15W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M550 over the Samsung HZ15W
M550 | HZ15W | |||
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Revealed | January 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ15W over the Kodak M550
HZ15W | M550 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak M550 and Samsung HZ15W
M550 | HZ15W | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Kodak M550 vs Samsung HZ15W Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M550 provides external 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 Samsung HZ15W has dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Analyze the Kodak M550 versus Samsung HZ15W in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the M550 against the HZ15W.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the M550 and HZ15W is 95 and 90 respectively.

Kodak M550 vs Samsung HZ15W Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through specifications. The photograph underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M550 and HZ15W.
Plainly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of images but you would want to take the age of the cameras into account. The newer M550 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Kodak M550 vs Samsung HZ15W Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak M550 vs Samsung HZ15W Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M550 | Samsung HZ15W | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Samsung |
Model | Kodak EasyShare M550 | Samsung HZ15W |
Also called as | - | WB550 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-01-05 | 2009-02-23 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1000 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 16s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125g (0.28 lb) | 249g (0.55 lb) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
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 (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $119 | $330 |