Kodak M575 vs Panasonic FS15
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Kodak M575 vs Panasonic FS15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1000
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F) lens
- 152g - 99 x 58 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 136g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Released January 2009

Kodak M575 vs Panasonic FS15 Overview
Lets look closer at the Kodak M575 vs Panasonic FS15, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Kodak and Panasonic. The resolution of the M575 (14MP) and the FS15 (12MP) is relatively close and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The M575 was launched 12 months later than the FS15 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the M575 grades versus the FS15 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Kodak M575 vs Panasonic FS15 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M575 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15. The complete galleries are provided at Kodak M575 Gallery & Panasonic FS15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M575 over the Panasonic FS15
M575 | FS15 | |||
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Released | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 12 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Kodak M575
FS15 | M575 |
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Common features in the Kodak M575 and Panasonic FS15
M575 | FS15 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Kodak M575 vs Panasonic FS15 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M575 comes with physical dimensions of 99mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Panasonic FS15 has dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
Contrast the Kodak M575 vs Panasonic FS15 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the M575 against the FS15.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M575 and FS15 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Kodak M575 vs Panasonic FS15 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor measurements just by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M575 and FS15.
Clearly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Kodak M575 to render greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more modern M575 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Kodak M575 vs Panasonic FS15 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak M575 vs Panasonic FS15 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M575 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model | Kodak EasyShare M575 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2010-01-05 | 2009-01-16 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1000 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 | 152g (0.34 lbs) | 136g (0.30 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 58 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | KLIC-7006 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $139 | $180 |