Kodak M580 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS

Here, we will be analyzing the Kodak M580 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Kodak and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the M580 (14MP) and the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The M580 was revealed 3 years earlier than the SZ-31MR iHS and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the M580 grades versus the SZ-31MR iHS for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare M580 and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak M580 Gallery and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Kodak M580 features external dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has sizing of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the M580 versus the SZ-31MR iHS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the M580 and SZ-31MR iHS is 90 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking technical specs. The graphic here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the M580 and SZ-31MR iHS.

As you have seen, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS to resolve greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older M580 is going to be behind in sensor tech.