Kodak M580 vs Panasonic ZS70

Its time to look a little more closely at the Kodak M580 versus Panasonic ZS70, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Kodak and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the M580 (14MP) and ZS70 (20MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The M580 was announced 8 years before the ZS70 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the M580 grades versus the ZS70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare M580 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The whole galleries are viewable at Kodak M580 Gallery and Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Kodak M580 has physical dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS70 has proportions of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

Analyze the Kodak M580 versus Panasonic ZS70 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the M580 versus the ZS70.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the M580 and ZS70 is 90 and 87 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes merely by going over specs. The picture below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the M580 and ZS70.

All in all, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS70 to offer you more detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged M580 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.