Kodak M580 vs Panasonic ZR1
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![Kodak EasyShare M580 front Kodak EasyShare M580 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Kodak-EasyShare-M580.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZR1/Panasonic-ZR1-front.jpg)
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Kodak M580 vs Panasonic ZR1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F) lens
- 150g - 101 x 59 x 56mm
- Revealed July 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 158g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Released July 2009
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-ZX1
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Kodak M580 vs Panasonic ZR1 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Kodak M580 and Panasonic ZR1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Kodak and Panasonic. The resolution of the M580 (14MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The M580 was revealed very close to the ZR1 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the M580 scores vs the ZR1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Kodak M580 vs Panasonic ZR1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare M580 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The full galleries are provided at Kodak M580 Gallery and Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M580 over the Panasonic ZR1
M580 | ZR1 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Kodak M580
ZR1 | M580 |
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Common features in the Kodak M580 and Panasonic ZR1
M580 | ZR1 | |||
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Released | July 2009 | ![]() | July 2009 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Kodak M580 vs Panasonic ZR1 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Kodak M580 comes with external dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic ZR1 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).
Analyze the Kodak M580 and Panasonic ZR1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the M580 versus the ZR1.
![Kodak M580 vs Panasonic ZR1 size comparison Kodak M580 vs Panasonic ZR1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-M580-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZR1-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M580 and ZR1 is 90 and 94 respectively.
![Kodak M580 vs Panasonic ZR1 top view buttons comparison Kodak M580 vs Panasonic ZR1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-M580-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZR1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Kodak M580 vs Panasonic ZR1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements purely by checking specifications. The graphic below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the M580 and ZR1.
To sum up, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Kodak M580 to give extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively.
![Kodak M580 vs Panasonic ZR1 sensor size comparison Kodak M580 vs Panasonic ZR1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-M580-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZR1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Kodak M580 vs Panasonic ZR1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Kodak M580 vs Panasonic ZR1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Kodak M580 vs Panasonic ZR1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-M580-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZR1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Kodak M580 vs Panasonic ZR1 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M580 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model | Kodak EasyShare M580 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-ZX1 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-07-29 | 2009-07-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine V |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 150 gr (0.33 lb) | 158 gr (0.35 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 59 x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 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 card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $169 | $280 |