Kodak M580 vs Olympus SZ-10
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Kodak M580 vs Olympus SZ-10 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
- Introduced July 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-4.4) lens
- 215g - 106 x 67 x 38mm
- Announced February 2011

Kodak M580 vs Olympus SZ-10 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Kodak M580 versus Olympus SZ-10, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Kodak and Olympus. The image resolution of the M580 (14MP) and the SZ-10 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The M580 was released 18 months before the SZ-10 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the M580 scores against the SZ-10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak M580 vs Olympus SZ-10 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M580 & Olympus SZ-10. The complete galleries are viewable at Kodak M580 Gallery & Olympus SZ-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M580 over the Olympus SZ-10
M580 | SZ-10 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-10 over the Kodak M580
SZ-10 | M580 | |||
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Announced | February 2011 | ![]() | July 2009 | More modern by 18 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak M580 and Olympus SZ-10
M580 | SZ-10 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Kodak M580 vs Olympus SZ-10 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M580 provides exterior dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") having a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-10 has dimensions of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).
Compare the Kodak M580 versus Olympus SZ-10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the M580 versus the SZ-10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M580 and SZ-10 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Kodak M580 vs Olympus SZ-10 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes just by looking through specifications. The pic underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the M580 and SZ-10.
Plainly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photos though you will want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged M580 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Kodak M580 vs Olympus SZ-10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak M580 vs Olympus SZ-10 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M580 | Olympus SZ-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Olympus |
Model | Kodak EasyShare M580 | Olympus SZ-10 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-07-29 | 2011-02-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 28-504mm (18.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.1-4.4 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 7.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 150g (0.33 lb) | 215g (0.47 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 59 x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") | 106 x 67 x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | KLIC-7006 | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $169 | $300 |