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Kodak M550 vs Sony W230

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
20
Overall
29
Kodak EasyShare M550 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
25
Overall
31

Kodak M550 vs Sony W230 Key Specs

Kodak M550
(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
  • Introduced January 2010
Sony W230
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 30-120mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
  • 156g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
  • Introduced February 2009
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Kodak M550 vs Sony W230 Overview

Here, we are matching up the Kodak M550 vs Sony W230, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Kodak and Sony. The resolution of the M550 (12MP) and the W230 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The M550 was manufactured 11 months after the W230 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the M550 grades vs the W230 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Kodak M550 over the Sony W230

 M550 W230 
IntroducedJanuary 2010February 2009Newer by 11 months

Reasons to pick Sony W230 over the Kodak M550

 W230 M550 
Manually focus More precise focusing
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Common features in the Kodak M550 and Sony W230

 M550 W230 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch display Neither offers Touch display

Kodak M550 vs Sony W230 Physical Comparison

If you are looking to travel with your camera, you should consider its weight and volume. The Kodak M550 offers outer 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 W230 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the M550 compared to the W230.

Kodak M550 vs Sony W230 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M550 and W230 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Kodak M550 vs Sony W230 top view buttons comparison

Kodak M550 vs Sony W230 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading specifications. The pic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the M550 and W230.

To sum up, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels and you can expect similar quality of images however you have to factor the age of the products into consideration. The younger M550 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Kodak M550 vs Sony W230 sensor size comparison

Kodak M550 vs Sony W230 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak M550 vs Sony W230 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Kodak M550
Portrait photography with Sony W230
21
lack of manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
27
manual focus
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Kodak M550 as a Street photography camera
Sony W230 as a Street photography camera
54
lighter than competition (125 grams)
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
low max ISO (1,000)
57
image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Kodak M550 as a Sports photography camera
Sony W230 as a Sports photography camera
17
max shutter speed is low (1/1,400 seconds)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
25
image stabilization (Optical)
slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
low megapixels (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Kodak M550 Travel photography features
Sony W230 Travel photography features
67
lighter than competition (125 grams)
has built in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
very good max aperture (f)
lack of Timelapse mode
low megapixels (12MP)
does not contain selfie friendly display
51
built-in flash
missing Time Lapse mode
low megapixels (12MP)
does not contain selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (30mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak M550 Landscape photography factors
Sony W230 Landscape photography factors
31
relatively wide (28mm)
very good max aperture (f)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
low max ISO (1,000)
lack of RAW support
lack of Timelapse mode
37
manual focus
nice screen size (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (30mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
manual mode not possible
low megapixels (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak M550 Vlogging info
Sony W230 Vlogging info
31
relatively wide (28mm)
very good max aperture (f)
lighter than competition (125g)
does not contain selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 pxls)
lack of microphone port
25
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (30mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
does not contain selfie friendly display
low res video (640 x 480 pixels)
missing mic jack
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Kodak M550 vs Sony W230 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak M550 and Sony W230
 Kodak EasyShare M550Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230
General Information
Manufacturer Kodak Sony
Model type Kodak EasyShare M550 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2010-01-05 2009-02-17
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1000 3200
Lowest native ISO 64 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 30-120mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture - f/2.8-5.8
Macro focusing range 10cm 4cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 30 secs 1 secs
Max shutter speed 1/1400 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 3.90 m
Flash options Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
External flash
AEB
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) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video format - Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 125 gr (0.28 lbs) 156 gr (0.34 lbs)
Physical dimensions 98 x 58 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID KLIC-7006 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, double) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Retail cost $119 $180