Kodak M580 vs Olympus FE-4000
90 Imaging
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Kodak M580 vs Olympus FE-4000 Key Specs
(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
- Launched July 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 136g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Announced July 2009
- Alternative Name is X-925

Kodak M580 vs Olympus FE-4000 Overview
Here is a in-depth analysis of the Kodak M580 vs Olympus FE-4000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Olympus. The image resolution of the M580 (14MP) and the FE-4000 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The M580 was announced at a similar time to the FE-4000 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the M580 scores versus the FE-4000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Kodak M580 vs Olympus FE-4000 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare M580 & Olympus FE-4000. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak M580 Gallery & Olympus FE-4000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M580 over the Olympus FE-4000
M580 | FE-4000 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-4000 over the Kodak M580
FE-4000 | M580 |
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Common features in the Kodak M580 and Olympus FE-4000
M580 | FE-4000 | |||
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Announced | July 2009 | ![]() | July 2009 | Similar age |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Kodak M580 vs Olympus FE-4000 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M580 offers physical dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") having a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Olympus FE-4000 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
Contrast the Kodak M580 vs Olympus FE-4000 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the M580 against the FE-4000.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the M580 and FE-4000 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Kodak M580 vs Olympus FE-4000 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking a spec sheet. The visual here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the M580 and FE-4000.
Clearly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Kodak M580 to resolve greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively.

Kodak M580 vs Olympus FE-4000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak M580 vs Olympus FE-4000 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M580 | Olympus FE-4000 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Kodak | Olympus |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M580 | Olympus FE-4000 |
Also referred to as | - | X-925 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-07-29 | 2009-07-22 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3968 x 2976 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/2.6-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 150 grams (0.33 lbs) | 136 grams (0.30 lbs) |
Dimensions | 101 x 59 x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 (12 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $169 | $130 |