Kodak M575 vs Panasonic FP7
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Kodak M575 vs Panasonic FP7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1000
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F) lens
- 152g - 99 x 58 x 19mm
- Announced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 147g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
- Launched January 2011

Kodak M575 vs Panasonic FP7 Overview
Below is a comprehensive assessment of the Kodak M575 versus Panasonic FP7, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Kodak and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the M575 (14MP) and the FP7 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The M575 was announced 12 months prior to the FP7 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the M575 scores against the FP7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Kodak M575 vs Panasonic FP7 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare M575 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7. The whole galleries are available at Kodak M575 Gallery & Panasonic FP7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M575 over the Panasonic FP7
M575 | FP7 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FP7 over the Kodak M575
FP7 | M575 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 12 months |
Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Kodak M575 and Panasonic FP7
M575 | FP7 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Kodak M575 vs Panasonic FP7 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Kodak M575 provides outside measurements of 99mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Panasonic FP7 has measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Take a look at the Kodak M575 versus Panasonic FP7 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the M575 vs the FP7.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the M575 and FP7 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Kodak M575 vs Panasonic FP7 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by going over specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the M575 and FP7.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic FP7 to offer you extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The older M575 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Kodak M575 vs Panasonic FP7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak M575 vs Panasonic FP7 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M575 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M575 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2010-01-05 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1000 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Touch Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 4.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 4.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 152g (0.34 pounds) | 147g (0.32 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 58 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
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 life | - | 240 pictures |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | KLIC-7006 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $139 | $227 |