Kodak M575 vs Sony W550
95 Imaging
36 Features
24 Overall
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96 Imaging
37 Features
28 Overall
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Kodak M575 vs Sony W550 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
- Introduced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 110g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Introduced July 2011

Kodak M575 vs Sony W550 Overview
In this article, we will be looking at the Kodak M575 versus Sony W550, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Kodak and Sony. The image resolution of the M575 (14MP) and the W550 (14MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The M575 was introduced 18 months earlier than the W550 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple summary of how the M575 matches up versus the W550 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak M575 vs Sony W550 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M575 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak M575 Gallery & Sony W550 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M575 over the Sony W550
M575 | W550 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W550 over the Kodak M575
W550 | M575 | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 18 months |
Common features in the Kodak M575 and Sony W550
M575 | W550 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Kodak M575 vs Sony W550 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Kodak M575 features outer measurements of 99mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Sony W550 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
Take a look at the Kodak M575 versus Sony W550 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the M575 against the W550.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M575 and W550 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Kodak M575 vs Sony W550 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes only by viewing a spec sheet. The image here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the M575 and W550.
As you can see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you should always take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged M575 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Kodak M575 vs Sony W550 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak M575 vs Sony W550 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M575 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Sony |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M575 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-01-05 | 2011-07-24 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1000 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 2 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
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 | 152 grams (0.34 lbs) | 110 grams (0.24 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 58 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 ID | KLIC-7006 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | 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 |
Storage slots | Single | - |
Retail price | $139 | $119 |