Kodak M580 vs Panasonic FX700

Below is a complete comparison of the Kodak M580 versus Panasonic FX700, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Kodak and Panasonic. The image resolution of the M580 (14MP) and the FX700 (14MP) is pretty similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The M580 was launched 11 months earlier than the FX700 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summation of how the M580 grades against the FX700 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare M580 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700. The complete galleries are viewable at Kodak M580 Gallery and Panasonic FX700 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Kodak M580 enjoys external measurements 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 FX700 has measurements of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the M580 versus the FX700.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M580 and FX700 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by going over specifications. The graphic here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the M580 and FX700.

To sum up, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution and you should expect similar quality of photographs though you need to take the production date of the products into consideration. The older M580 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.