Kodak M580 vs Nikon S5200

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Kodak M580 versus Nikon S5200, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Nikon. The resolution of the M580 (14MP) and the S5200 (16MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The M580 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the S5200 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the M580 matches up against the S5200 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare M580 and Nikon Coolpix S5200. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak M580 Gallery and Nikon S5200 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Kodak M580 enjoys external measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Nikon S5200 has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the M580 vs the S5200.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the M580 and S5200 is 90 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor measurements simply by going over technical specs. The photograph here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the M580 and S5200.

As you can tell, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Nikon S5200 to offer more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older M580 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.