Kodak M580 vs Sony HX5

Its time to take a deeper look at the Kodak M580 and Sony HX5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Kodak and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the M580 (14MP) and HX5 (10MP) and the M580 (1/2.3") and HX5 (1/2.4") enjoy different sensor size.

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The M580 was launched 10 months earlier than the HX5 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the M580 grades against the HX5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare M580 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5. The complete galleries are viewable at Kodak M580 Gallery and Sony HX5 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Kodak M580 provides external 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) and the Sony HX5 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the M580 versus the HX5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M580 and HX5 is 90 and 92 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes merely by viewing technical specs. The pic here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the M580 and HX5.

As you have seen, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The M580 because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Kodak M580 will render extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged M580 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.