Kodak M580 vs Panasonic SZ1

Following is a extensive review of the Kodak M580 and Panasonic SZ1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Kodak and Panasonic. The image resolution of the M580 (14MP) and the SZ1 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The M580 was announced 3 years prior to the SZ1 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the M580 scores against the SZ1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare M580 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The whole galleries are available at Kodak M580 Gallery & Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and size. The Kodak M580 features external measurements 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 Panasonic SZ1 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

Check out the Kodak M580 and Panasonic SZ1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the M580 against the SZ1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M580 and SZ1 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by going over specifications. The pic below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the M580 and SZ1.

Plainly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic SZ1 to deliver more detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged M580 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.