Kodak M575 vs Panasonic FS42

On this page, we are comparing the Kodak M575 vs Panasonic FS42, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Kodak and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the M575 (14MP) and FS42 (10MP) and the M575 (1/2.3") and FS42 (1/2.5") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The M575 was announced 9 months later than the FS42 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief overview of how the M575 matches up vs the FS42 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare M575 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak M575 Gallery & Panasonic FS42 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Kodak M575 has got exterior measurements of 99mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS42 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the M575 compared to the FS42.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the M575 and FS42 is 95 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through specs. The photograph below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the M575 and FS42.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The M575 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Kodak M575 will give more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher M575 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.