Kodak M580 vs Panasonic FH6
90 Imaging
37 Features
33 Overall
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38 Features
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Kodak M580 vs Panasonic FH6 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
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-6.4) lens
- 119g - 96 x 56 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2012
Kodak M580 vs Panasonic FH6 Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Kodak M580 versus Panasonic FH6, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Kodak and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the M580 (14MP) and the FH6 (14MP) is very close and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe M580 was revealed 3 years earlier than the FH6 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the M580 scores versus the FH6 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Kodak M580 vs Panasonic FH6 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare M580 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6. The full galleries are available at Kodak M580 Gallery & Panasonic FH6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M580 over the Panasonic FH6
M580 | FH6 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH6 over the Kodak M580
FH6 | M580 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | July 2009 | More modern by 29 months |
Common features in the Kodak M580 and Panasonic FH6
M580 | FH6 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Kodak M580 vs Panasonic FH6 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Kodak M580 has got physical dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic FH6 has sizing of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).
Analyze the Kodak M580 versus Panasonic FH6 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the M580 versus the FH6.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the M580 and FH6 is 90 and 96 respectively.
Kodak M580 vs Panasonic FH6 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes only by researching specs. The pic here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the M580 and FH6.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos although you really should take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged M580 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
Kodak M580 vs Panasonic FH6 Screen and ViewFinder
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Kodak M580 vs Panasonic FH6 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M580 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model | Kodak EasyShare M580 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-07-29 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/2.5-6.4 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 4.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 150 gr (0.33 lb) | 119 gr (0.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 59 x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") | 96 x 56 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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 | - | 280 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | KLIC-7006 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $169 | $129 |