Kodak M550 vs Sigma DP1s
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Kodak M550 vs Sigma DP1s 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
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 800
- No Video
- 28mm (F) lens
- 270g - 109 x 60 x 31mm
- Revealed October 2009
- Superseded the Sigma DP1
- Updated by Sigma DP1x
Kodak M550 vs Sigma DP1s Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Kodak M550 vs Sigma DP1s, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Kodak and Sigma. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the M550 (12MP) and DP1s (5MP) and the M550 (1/2.3") and DP1s (APS-C) have different sensor size.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe M550 was launched 4 months later than the DP1s and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Kodak M550 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the M550 grades vs the DP1s in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Kodak M550 vs Sigma DP1s Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare M550 & Sigma DP1s. The complete galleries are available at Kodak M550 Gallery & Sigma DP1s Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M550 over the Sigma DP1s
M550 | DP1s | |||
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Screen size | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1s over the Kodak M550
DP1s | M550 | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focusing |
Common features in the Kodak M550 and Sigma DP1s
M550 | DP1s | |||
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Revealed | January 2010 | October 2009 | Same age | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Kodak M550 vs Sigma DP1s Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M550 provides physical measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1s has dimensions of 109mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).
Take a look at the Kodak M550 vs Sigma DP1s in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the M550 versus the DP1s.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the M550 and DP1s is 95 and 90 respectively.
Kodak M550 vs Sigma DP1s Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing purely by seeing specs. The graphic here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the M550 and DP1s.
All in all, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The M550 because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh tougher and the Kodak M550 will provide greater detail utilizing its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs way more aggressively.
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Kodak M550 vs Sigma DP1s Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M550 | Sigma DP1s | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Kodak | Sigma |
Model | Kodak EasyShare M550 | Sigma DP1s |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-01-05 | 2009-10-02 |
Body design | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 5 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 2640 x 1760 |
Maximum native ISO | 1000 | 800 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28mm (1x) |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | None |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125g (0.28 lb) | 270g (0.60 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 58 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 109 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $119 | $0 |