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Kodak M580 vs Leica V-Lux 20

Portability
90
Imaging
36
Features
33
Overall
34
Kodak EasyShare M580 front
 
Leica V-Lux 20 front
Portability
91
Imaging
34
Features
33
Overall
33

Kodak M580 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Key Specs

Kodak M580
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-224mm (F) lens
  • 150g - 101 x 59 x 56mm
  • Revealed July 2009
Leica V-Lux 20
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
  • 218g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
  • Announced April 2010
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Kodak M580 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Overview

Here is a thorough comparison of the Kodak M580 and Leica V-Lux 20, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Kodak and Leica. The image resolution of the M580 (14MP) and the V-Lux 20 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The M580 was launched 8 months earlier than the V-Lux 20 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the M580 scores versus the V-Lux 20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Kodak M580 over the Leica V-Lux 20

 M580 V-Lux 20 

Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 20 over the Kodak M580

 V-Lux 20 M580 
AnnouncedApril 2010July 2009Fresher by 8 months
Display resolution461k230kClearer display (+231k dot)

Common features in the Kodak M580 and Leica V-Lux 20

 M580 V-Lux 20 
Manually focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display measurement
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch display Neither includes Touch display

Kodak M580 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Physical Comparison

If you are going to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Kodak M580 features physical measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 20 has sizing of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Analyze the Kodak M580 and Leica V-Lux 20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the M580 vs the V-Lux 20.

Kodak M580 vs Leica V-Lux 20 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M580 and V-Lux 20 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Kodak M580 vs Leica V-Lux 20 top view buttons comparison

Kodak M580 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, its tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the M580 and V-Lux 20.

Plainly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Kodak M580 to show more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively. The older M580 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Kodak M580 vs Leica V-Lux 20 sensor size comparison

Kodak M580 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak M580 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak M580 Portrait photography details
Leica V-Lux 20 Portrait photography details
28
megapixel count good (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
20
manual focus not available
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Kodak M580 as a Street photography camera
Leica V-Lux 20 as a Street photography camera
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
60
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others in class (218 grams)
fixed screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Kodak M580 Sports photography highlights
Leica V-Lux 20 Sports photography highlights
34
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (14MP)
low max shutter speed (1/1,400s)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
max fps very slow (2.0 frames/s)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Kodak M580 Travel photography factors
Leica V-Lux 20 Travel photography factors
69
megapixel count good (14MP)
has built in flash
decently wide (28mm)
good max aperture (f)
no Time Lapse recording
doesn't have selfie friendly display
63
lighter than others in class (218 grams)
has built in flash
decently wide (25mm)
long reach (300mm)
lack of Timelapse recording
sensor resolution low (12MP)
does not have a selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak M580 as a Landscape photography camera
Leica V-Lux 20 as a Landscape photography camera
46
decently wide (28mm)
good max aperture (f)
pretty good screen size (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
manual exposure not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
no Time Lapse recording
37
decently wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
lack of Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak M580 Vlogging factors
Leica V-Lux 20 Vlogging factors
31
decently wide (28mm)
good max aperture (f)
has image stabilization (Optical)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
no mic jack
30
decently wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others in class (218 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not have a selfie friendly display
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of microphone socket
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Kodak M580 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak M580 and Leica V-Lux 20
 Kodak EasyShare M580Leica V-Lux 20
General Information
Make Kodak Leica
Model type Kodak EasyShare M580 Leica V-Lux 20
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2009-07-29 2010-04-20
Physical type Compact Compact
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 surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4288 x 3216 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-224mm (8.0x) 25-300mm (12.0x)
Highest aperture - f/3.3-4.9
Macro focusing range 10cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3" 3"
Display resolution 230k dots 461k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 secs 60 secs
Max shutter speed 1/1400 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate - 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.00 m 5.30 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 150 gr (0.33 lb) 218 gr (0.48 lb)
Physical dimensions 101 x 59 x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3")
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 ID KLIC-7006 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Cost at release $169 $779