Kodak M550 vs Sony W710

Below, we will be looking at the Kodak M550 versus Sony W710, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Kodak and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the M550 (12MP) and W710 (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The M550 was released 4 years earlier than the W710 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the M550 grades versus the W710 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M550 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The complete galleries are available at Kodak M550 Gallery and Sony W710 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Kodak M550 comes with outer 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) while the Sony W710 has measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak M550 versus Sony W710 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the M550 vs the W710.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M550 and W710 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions just by looking at specs. The image underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the M550 and W710.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony W710 to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged M550 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.