Kodak M550 vs Sony W730
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Kodak M550 vs Sony W730 Key Specs
(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
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-224mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 122g - 93 x 52 x 22mm
- Announced January 2013
Kodak M550 vs Sony W730 Overview
The following is a comprehensive overview of the Kodak M550 versus Sony W730, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Kodak and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the M550 (12MP) and W730 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe M550 was revealed 4 years before the W730 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the M550 scores versus the W730 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Kodak M550 vs Sony W730 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M550 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak M550 Gallery and Sony W730 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M550 over the Sony W730
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Reasons to pick Sony W730 over the Kodak M550
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Announced | January 2013 | January 2010 | Newer by 36 months | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Kodak M550 and Sony W730
M550 | W730 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Kodak M550 vs Sony W730 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Kodak M550 has got physical dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sony W730 has measurements of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).
Compare the Kodak M550 versus Sony W730 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the M550 versus the W730.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M550 and W730 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Kodak M550 vs Sony W730 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The image here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the M550 and W730.
Plainly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony W730 to offer extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged M550 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
Kodak M550 vs Sony W730 Screen and ViewFinder
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Kodak M550 vs Sony W730 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M550 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Kodak | Sony |
Model | Kodak EasyShare M550 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-01-05 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1000 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-224mm (9.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.3-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 2.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125 gr (0.28 lb) | 122 gr (0.27 lb) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 93 x 52 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
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 life | - | 240 images |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | KLIC-7006 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, double) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $119 | $138 |