Kodak M550 vs Sony HX7V

Lets look a little more closely at the Kodak M550 vs Sony HX7V, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Kodak and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the M550 (12MP) and HX7V (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The M550 was revealed 18 months earlier than the HX7V making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the M550 scores against the HX7V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare M550 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak M550 Gallery & Sony HX7V Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Kodak M550 has exterior dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sony HX7V has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the M550 compared to the HX7V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the M550 and HX7V is 95 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing a spec sheet. The image here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the M550 and HX7V.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sony HX7V to deliver extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images far more aggressively. The more aged M550 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.