Kodak M580 vs Panasonic FH27

On this page, we will be matching up the Kodak M580 versus Panasonic FH27, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Kodak and Panasonic. The image resolution of the M580 (14MP) and the FH27 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The M580 was released 17 months earlier than the FH27 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summary of how the M580 grades against the FH27 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M580 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27. The complete galleries are available at Kodak M580 Gallery & Panasonic FH27 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M580 enjoys external dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic FH27 has dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the M580 vs the FH27.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M580 and FH27 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading a spec sheet. The graphic below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the M580 and FH27.

As you can see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic FH27 to deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots more aggressively. The older M580 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.