Kodak M575 vs Sony W560

Following is a detailed review of the Kodak M575 versus Sony W560, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Kodak and Sony. The image resolution of the M575 (14MP) and the W560 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The M575 was released 12 months earlier than the W560 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the M575 scores against the W560 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M575 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The complete galleries are available at Kodak M575 Gallery and Sony W560 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Kodak M575 provides outer measurements of 99mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony W560 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Check the Kodak M575 versus Sony W560 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the M575 against the W560.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M575 and W560 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Normally, its hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes merely by going over specifications. The picture below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the M575 and W560.

Plainly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of pictures though you should really factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged M575 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.