Kodak M580 vs Panasonic ZS20

Here, we are comparing the Kodak M580 vs Panasonic ZS20, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Kodak and Panasonic. The image resolution of the M580 (14MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The M580 was announced 3 years prior to the ZS20 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the M580 grades against the ZS20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare M580 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The whole galleries are available at Kodak M580 Gallery and Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Kodak M580 provides outside dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") having a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS20 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

See the Kodak M580 vs Panasonic ZS20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the M580 versus the ZS20.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the M580 and ZS20 is 90 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The graphic below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the M580 and ZS20.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photos but you might want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The older M580 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.