Kodak M580 vs Panasonic TS4

On this page, we will be comparing the Kodak M580 versus Panasonic TS4, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Kodak and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the M580 (14MP) and the TS4 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The M580 was unveiled 3 years prior to the TS4 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the M580 scores vs the TS4 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M580 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The full galleries are provided at Kodak M580 Gallery and Panasonic TS4 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Kodak M580 offers exterior measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic TS4 has sizing of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak M580 versus Panasonic TS4 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the M580 compared to the TS4.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the M580 and TS4 is 90 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements purely by reviewing technical specs. The visual underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the M580 and TS4.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Kodak M580 to offer greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older M580 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.