Kodak M580 vs Sony HX20V

Here is a extended analysis of the Kodak M580 and Sony HX20V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Kodak and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the M580 (14MP) and HX20V (18MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The M580 was unveiled 4 years before the HX20V and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the M580 matches up against the HX20V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare M580 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The full galleries are available at Kodak M580 Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Kodak M580 comes with outside measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Sony HX20V has sizing of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Check out the Kodak M580 and Sony HX20V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the M580 and the HX20V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the M580 and HX20V is 90 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the M580 and HX20V.

Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Sony HX20V to offer you more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The older M580 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.