Kodak M580 vs Samsung WB250F
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Kodak M580 vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 226g - 106 x 62 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2013

Kodak M580 vs Samsung WB250F Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Kodak M580 versus Samsung WB250F, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Kodak and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the M580 (14MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is very comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The M580 was released 4 years before the WB250F which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the M580 matches up vs the WB250F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak M580 vs Samsung WB250F Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare M580 & Samsung WB250F. The complete galleries are available at Kodak M580 Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M580 over the Samsung WB250F
M580 | WB250F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Kodak M580
WB250F | M580 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | July 2009 | More modern by 41 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Kodak M580 and Samsung WB250F
M580 | WB250F | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Kodak M580 vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Kodak M580 comes with physical measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Samsung WB250F has proportions of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Examine the Kodak M580 versus Samsung WB250F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the M580 against the WB250F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the M580 and WB250F is 90 and 93 respectively.

Kodak M580 vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes purely by going through specifications. The pic below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the M580 and WB250F.
Plainly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of files though you should always consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged M580 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

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Kodak M580 vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M580 | Samsung WB250F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Kodak | Samsung |
Model | Kodak EasyShare M580 | Samsung WB250F |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-07-29 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 16s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
Hot shoe | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 150 grams (0.33 lb) | 226 grams (0.50 lb) |
Dimensions | 101 x 59 x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | KLIC-7006 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $169 | $250 |