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Kodak M580 vs Pentax RS1500

Portability
90
Imaging
36
Features
33
Overall
34
Kodak EasyShare M580 front
 
Pentax Optio RS1500 front
Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
30
Overall
34

Kodak M580 vs Pentax RS1500 Key Specs

Kodak M580
(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
  • Announced July 2009
Pentax RS1500
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-110mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
  • Released March 2011
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Kodak M580 vs Pentax RS1500 Overview

Here, we will be analyzing the Kodak M580 and Pentax RS1500, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the M580 (14MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The M580 was brought out 19 months earlier than the RS1500 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the M580 matches up versus the RS1500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Kodak M580 over the Pentax RS1500

 M580 RS1500 
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Pentax RS1500 over the Kodak M580

 RS1500 M580 
ReleasedMarch 2011July 2009Fresher by 19 months
Manual focus Very exact focusing

Common features in the Kodak M580 and Pentax RS1500

 M580 RS1500 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Absent Touch friendly screen

Kodak M580 vs Pentax RS1500 Physical Comparison

If you're planning to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Kodak M580 enjoys physical measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") having a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Pentax RS1500 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check out the Kodak M580 and Pentax RS1500 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the M580 versus the RS1500.

Kodak M580 vs Pentax RS1500 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the M580 and RS1500 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Kodak M580 vs Pentax RS1500 top view buttons comparison

Kodak M580 vs Pentax RS1500 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The visual here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the M580 and RS1500.

Clearly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of files however you really should take the launch date of the products into consideration. The older M580 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Kodak M580 vs Pentax RS1500 sensor size comparison

Kodak M580 vs Pentax RS1500 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak M580 vs Pentax RS1500 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak M580 Portrait photography information
Pentax RS1500 Portrait photography information
28
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
manual focus not available
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
35
manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Kodak M580 Street photography factors
Pentax RS1500 Street photography factors
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
54
weather proofing
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Kodak M580 Sports photography factors
Pentax RS1500 Sports photography factors
34
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
37
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
provides tracking focus
weather proofing
max frames per second very slow (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Kodak M580
Travel photography with Pentax RS1500
69
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
really wide (28mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
67
weather proofing
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
has built in flash
rather wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
does not have selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak M580 as a Landscape photography camera
Pentax RS1500 as a Landscape photography camera
46
really wide (28mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
lack of manual exposure
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse mode
40
manual focus
rather wide (28mm)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
weather proofing
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak M580 Vlogging advice
Pentax RS1500 Vlogging advice
31
really wide (28mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have microphone socket
25
rather wide (28mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not have selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic jack
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Kodak M580 vs Pentax RS1500 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak M580 and Pentax RS1500
 Kodak EasyShare M580Pentax Optio RS1500
General Information
Brand Kodak Pentax
Model type Kodak EasyShare M580 Pentax Optio RS1500
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2009-07-29 2011-03-16
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4288 x 3216 4288 x 3216
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-224mm (8.0x) 28-110mm (3.9x)
Maximum aperture - f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing distance 10cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 2.7"
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen technology - TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 secs 4 secs
Max shutter speed 1/1400 secs 1/1500 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.00 m 3.90 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic 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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 150g (0.33 lb) 157g (0.35 lb)
Physical dimensions 101 x 59 x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 260 photographs
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery ID KLIC-7006 D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch price $169 $150