Kodak M550 vs Sony HX30V

Lets look a bit more closely at the Kodak M550 versus Sony HX30V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Kodak and Sony. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the M550 (12MP) and HX30V (18MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The M550 was manufactured 3 years before the HX30V which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a concise view of how the M550 grades vs the HX30V for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare M550 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak M550 Gallery and Sony HX30V Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Kodak M550 provides outside measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sony HX30V has measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Check the Kodak M550 versus Sony HX30V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the M550 against the HX30V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the M550 and HX30V is 95 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading through a spec sheet. The pic below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the M550 and HX30V.

As you can see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony HX30V to give you extra detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged M550 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.