Kodak M580 vs Panasonic SZ3

The following is a in depth overview of the Kodak M580 and Panasonic SZ3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the M580 (14MP) and the SZ3 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The M580 was unveiled 4 years prior to the SZ3 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the M580 grades vs the SZ3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare M580 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3. The full galleries are provided at Kodak M580 Gallery and Panasonic SZ3 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Kodak M580 provides exterior dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ3 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the M580 against the SZ3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M580 and SZ3 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the M580 and SZ3.

As you can see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic SZ3 to offer more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged M580 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.