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Kodak M580 vs Panasonic S1

Portability
90
Imaging
37
Features
33
Overall
35
Kodak EasyShare M580 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 front
Portability
96
Imaging
36
Features
21
Overall
30

Kodak M580 vs Panasonic S1 Key Specs

Kodak M580
(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
  • Revealed July 2009
Panasonic S1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-112mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 117g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
  • Revealed January 2011
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Kodak M580 vs Panasonic S1 Overview

Let's look more in depth at the Kodak M580 vs Panasonic S1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Kodak and Panasonic. The resolution of the M580 (14MP) and the S1 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The M580 was unveiled 17 months before the S1 making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the M580 grades versus the S1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Kodak M580 over the Panasonic S1

 M580 S1 
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Kodak M580

 S1 M580 
RevealedJanuary 2011July 2009More modern by 17 months

Common features in the Kodak M580 and Panasonic S1

 M580 S1 
Manually focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither provides Touch friendly display

Kodak M580 vs Panasonic S1 Physical Comparison

When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Kodak M580 provides exterior 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) whilst the Panasonic S1 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Kodak M580 vs Panasonic S1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the M580 vs the S1.

Kodak M580 vs Panasonic S1 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the M580 and S1 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Kodak M580 vs Panasonic S1 top view buttons comparison

Kodak M580 vs Panasonic S1 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes merely by going through a spec sheet. The pic here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the M580 and S1.

Clearly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Kodak M580 to produce extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged M580 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Kodak M580 vs Panasonic S1 sensor size comparison

Kodak M580 vs Panasonic S1 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak M580 vs Panasonic S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak M580 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic S1 as a Portrait photography camera
28
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
21
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Kodak M580 Street photography advice
Panasonic S1 Street photography advice
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
63
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (117g)
screen is fixed
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Kodak M580 Sports photography factors
Panasonic S1 Sports photography factors
35
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14MP)
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
28
has image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Kodak M580 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic S1 as a Travel photography camera
70
decent megapixels (14MP)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (28mm)
fast max aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
does not offer selfie friendly screen
62
lighter than competition (117 grams)
has built in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
resolution not great (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak M580 Landscape photography features
Panasonic S1 Landscape photography features
46
reasonably wide (28mm)
fast max aperture (f)
screen size is good (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
lack of manual exposure
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
33
relatively wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual mode
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak M580 Vlogging features
Panasonic S1 Vlogging features
31
reasonably wide (28mm)
fast max aperture (f)
has image stabilization (Optical)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external mic socket
31
relatively wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (117 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
display is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external mic port
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Kodak M580 vs Panasonic S1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak M580 and Panasonic S1
 Kodak EasyShare M580Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1
General Information
Make Kodak Panasonic
Model type Kodak EasyShare M580 Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2009-07-29 2011-01-05
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - Venus Engine IV
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4288 x 3216 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-224mm (8.0x) 28-112mm (4.0x)
Largest aperture - f/3.1-5.6
Macro focusing range 10cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3" 2.7"
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s 8s
Highest shutter speed 1/1400s 1/1600s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.00 m 3.30 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic 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
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 150 grams (0.33 lbs) 117 grams (0.26 lbs)
Physical dimensions 101 x 59 x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 240 photos
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID KLIC-7006 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Retail price $169 $269