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Kodak M580 vs Sony TF1

Portability
90
Imaging
36
Features
33
Overall
34
Kodak EasyShare M580 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 front
Portability
94
Imaging
39
Features
34
Overall
37

Kodak M580 vs Sony TF1 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
  • Introduced July 2009
Sony TF1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-100mm (F3.6-4.7) lens
  • 152g - 102 x 62 x 23mm
  • Introduced June 2013
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Kodak M580 vs Sony TF1 Overview

Here, we will be evaluating the Kodak M580 vs Sony TF1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Kodak and Sony. The sensor resolution of the M580 (14MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The M580 was revealed 4 years prior to the TF1 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the M580 scores against the TF1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Kodak M580 over the Sony TF1

 M580 TF1 
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Kodak M580

 TF1 M580 
IntroducedJune 2013July 2009Fresher by 47 months
Screen resolution460k230kCrisper screen (+230k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Kodak M580 and Sony TF1

 M580 TF1 
Manually focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Kodak M580 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison

If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Kodak M580 enjoys 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) whilst the Sony TF1 has specifications of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak M580 vs Sony TF1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the M580 and the TF1.

Kodak M580 vs Sony TF1 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M580 and TF1 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Kodak M580 vs Sony TF1 top view buttons comparison

Kodak M580 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading through specifications. The graphic below might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the M580 and TF1.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony TF1 to give you more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older M580 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Kodak M580 vs Sony TF1 sensor size comparison

Kodak M580 vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak M580 vs Sony TF1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak M580 Portrait photography info
Sony TF1 Portrait photography info
28
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
manual focus not available
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
34
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
features face detect autofocus
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Kodak M580 Street photography details
Sony TF1 Street photography details
55
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
69
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers focus via touch
weather proof
lighter than competition (152 grams)
no articulating screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Kodak M580 Sports photography details
Sony TF1 Sports photography details
34
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
low max shutter speed (1/1,400 seconds)
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
41
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
features tracking focus
weather proof
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
not so great battery pack (240 per charge)
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Kodak M580 Travel photography info
Sony TF1 Travel photography info
69
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
very good max aperture (f)
does not have Timelapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
69
lighter than competition (152g)
weather proof
offers focus via touch
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (25mm)
missing Timelapse function
not so great battery pack (240 per charge)
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.6)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak M580 Landscape photography advice
Sony TF1 Landscape photography advice
46
reasonably wide (28mm)
very good max aperture (f)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
manual mode not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
does not have Timelapse function
40
reasonably wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
weather proof
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.6)
small screen (2.7")
no manual exposure
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
not so great battery pack (240 per charge)
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak M580 Vlogging details
Sony TF1 Vlogging details
31
reasonably wide (28mm)
very good max aperture (f)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have microphone port
33
reasonably wide (25mm)
touchscreen capability
built in image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect autofocus
lighter than competition (152 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f3.6)
screen is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing microphone jack
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Kodak M580 vs Sony TF1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak M580 and Sony TF1
 Kodak EasyShare M580Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1
General Information
Company Kodak Sony
Model type Kodak EasyShare M580 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Introduced 2009-07-29 2013-06-21
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4288 x 3216 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-224mm (8.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Highest aperture - f/3.6-4.7
Macro focusing distance 10cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen tech - TFT LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 secs 2 secs
Max shutter speed 1/1400 secs 1/2000 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 settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash
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) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone 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 lbs) 152g (0.34 lbs)
Physical dimensions 101 x 59 x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9")
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 - 240 shots
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID KLIC-7006 NP-BN
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots One One
Price at release $169 $266