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Kodak M580 vs Panasonic ZS60

Portability
90
Imaging
36
Features
33
Overall
34
Kodak EasyShare M580 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 front
Portability
88
Imaging
43
Features
63
Overall
51

Kodak M580 vs Panasonic ZS60 Key Specs

Kodak M580
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-224mm (F) lens
  • 150g - 101 x 59 x 56mm
  • Launched July 2009
Panasonic ZS60
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
  • 282g - 112 x 64 x 38mm
  • Launched January 2016
  • Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ80
  • Succeeded the Panasonic ZS50
  • Later Model is Panasonic ZS70
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Kodak M580 vs Panasonic ZS60 Overview

Here, we are analyzing the Kodak M580 and Panasonic ZS60, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Kodak and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the M580 (14MP) and ZS60 (18MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The M580 was unveiled 7 years earlier than the ZS60 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the M580 scores vs the ZS60 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Kodak M580 over the Panasonic ZS60

 M580 ZS60 

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS60 over the Kodak M580

 ZS60 M580 
LaunchedJanuary 2016July 2009More modern by 78 months
Manual focus More accurate focus
Display resolution1040k230kClearer display (+810k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Kodak M580 and Panasonic ZS60

 M580 ZS60 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size3"3"Same display sizing
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Kodak M580 vs Panasonic ZS60 Physical Comparison

If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Kodak M580 features exterior measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS60 has specifications of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the M580 and the ZS60.

Kodak M580 vs Panasonic ZS60 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the M580 and ZS60 is 90 and 88 respectively.

Kodak M580 vs Panasonic ZS60 top view buttons comparison

Kodak M580 vs Panasonic ZS60 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through a spec sheet. The picture here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the M580 and ZS60.

Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS60 to show greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged M580 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Kodak M580 vs Panasonic ZS60 sensor size comparison

Kodak M580 vs Panasonic ZS60 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak M580 vs Panasonic ZS60 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak M580 Portrait photography advice
Panasonic ZS60 Portrait photography advice
28
good megapixels (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
external flash not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
52
focusing manually
good megapixels (18 megapixels)
supports face detection autofocus
supports RAW formats
external flash not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Kodak M580 Street photography features
Panasonic ZS60 Street photography features
55
image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
71
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW formats
comes with focus by touch
lighter than competition (282g)
no moving screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
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Sports Comparison

Kodak M580 Sports photography features
Panasonic ZS60 Sports photography features
34
image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (14MP)
max shutter speed is low (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
57
incredible zoom range (24-720mm 30.0 x zoom)
quiet shooting (1/16,000s)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (18 megapixels)
supports tracking autofocus
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Kodak M580 Travel photography advice
Panasonic ZS60 Travel photography advice
69
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
decently wide (28mm)
very good max aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
display is not selfie friendly
73
lighter than competition (282 grams)
comes with focus by touch
good megapixels (18MP)
flash built-in
decently wide (24mm)
very long reach (720mm)
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak M580 Landscape photography details
Panasonic ZS60 Landscape photography details
46
decently wide (28mm)
very good max aperture (f)
good sized screen (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
no manual control
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
59
focusing manually
decently wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (18 megapixels)
supports RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Kodak M580
Vlogging with Panasonic ZS60
31
decently wide (28mm)
very good max aperture (f)
image stabilization (Optical)
display is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic port
35
decently wide (24mm)
has touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detection autofocus
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
lighter than competition (282 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have external mic port
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Kodak M580 vs Panasonic ZS60 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak M580 and Panasonic ZS60
 Kodak EasyShare M580Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60
General Information
Manufacturer Kodak Panasonic
Model type Kodak EasyShare M580 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60
Also referred to as - Lumix DMC-TZ80
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2009-07-29 2016-01-05
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - Venus Engine
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 18 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4288 x 3216 4896 x 3672
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Highest enhanced ISO - 6400
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 49
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-224mm (8.0x) 24-720mm (30.0x)
Highest aperture - f/3.3-6.4
Macro focusing range 10cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3" 3"
Resolution of display 230k dot 1,040k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 1,166k dot
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.46x
Features
Min shutter speed 8s 4s
Max shutter speed 1/1400s 1/2000s
Max quiet shutter speed - 1/16000s
Continuous shutter speed - 10.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.00 m 5.60 m (at Auto ISO)
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 3840x2160
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 150 gr (0.33 lbs) 282 gr (0.62 lbs)
Physical dimensions 101 x 59 x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") 112 x 64 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 37
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 19.3
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 10.6
DXO Low light rating not tested 109
Other
Battery life - 320 pictures
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID KLIC-7006 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, 3 shots / 10 secs)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at release $169 $248