Kodak M580 vs Panasonic SZ7

Lets examine more closely at the Kodak M580 vs Panasonic SZ7, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Kodak and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the M580 (14MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is pretty similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The M580 was revealed 3 years prior to the SZ7 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the M580 matches up against the SZ7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare M580 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The full galleries are provided at Kodak M580 Gallery and Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M580 has outside 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 SZ7 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Look at the Kodak M580 vs Panasonic SZ7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the M580 against the SZ7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M580 and SZ7 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading specifications. The image underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the M580 and SZ7.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photographs although you will want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged M580 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.