Kodak M580 vs Pentax W90

Below is a thorough overview of the Kodak M580 versus Pentax W90, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Kodak and Pentax. The image resolution of the M580 (14MP) and the W90 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The M580 was revealed 7 months prior to the W90 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the M580 scores vs the W90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare M580 and Pentax Optio W90. The full galleries are provided at Kodak M580 Gallery and Pentax W90 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera, you have to factor its weight and size. The Kodak M580 has got outer 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) and the Pentax W90 has specifications of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Check out the Kodak M580 versus Pentax W90 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the M580 versus the W90.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M580 and W90 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specifications. The photograph here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the M580 and W90.

To sum up, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Kodak M580 to deliver more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The older M580 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.