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Kodak M580 vs Sony WX80

Portability
90
Imaging
36
Features
33
Overall
34
Kodak EasyShare M580 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80 front
Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
38
Overall
38

Kodak M580 vs Sony WX80 Key Specs

Kodak M580
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-224mm (F) lens
  • 150g - 101 x 59 x 56mm
  • Revealed July 2009
Sony WX80
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 12800)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-224mm (F3.3-8.0) lens
  • 124g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
  • Announced January 2013
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Kodak M580 vs Sony WX80 Overview

Following is a in-depth assessment of the Kodak M580 versus Sony WX80, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Sony. The image resolution of the M580 (14MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The M580 was revealed 4 years earlier than the WX80 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the M580 grades against the WX80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Kodak M580 over the Sony WX80

 M580 WX80 
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Sony WX80 over the Kodak M580

 WX80 M580 
AnnouncedJanuary 2013July 2009More modern by 41 months

Common features in the Kodak M580 and Sony WX80

 M580 WX80 
Manual focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch friendly screen No Touch friendly screen

Kodak M580 vs Sony WX80 Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Kodak M580 enjoys outer dimensions 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 WX80 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Examine the Kodak M580 versus Sony WX80 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the M580 and the WX80.

Kodak M580 vs Sony WX80 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M580 and WX80 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Kodak M580 vs Sony WX80 top view buttons comparison

Kodak M580 vs Sony WX80 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it's tough to see the gap between sensor sizes simply by checking specs. The pic underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the M580 and WX80.

All in all, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sony WX80 to give greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged M580 is going to be behind in sensor technology.

Kodak M580 vs Sony WX80 sensor size comparison

Kodak M580 vs Sony WX80 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak M580 vs Sony WX80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak M580 Portrait photography information
Sony WX80 Portrait photography information
28
good MP (14MP)
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
34
MP count good (16 megapixels)
comes with face detect autofocus
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
Photography Glossary

Street Comparison

Kodak M580 as a Street photography camera
Sony WX80 as a Street photography camera
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
67
image stabilization (Optical)
has focus via touch
lighter than average (124 grams)
no moving screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Kodak M580 as a Sports photography camera
Sony WX80 as a Sports photography camera
34
has image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (14MP)
low max shutter speed (1/1,400 seconds)
no shutter priority
small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
44
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16MP)
comes with tracking focus
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Kodak M580 Travel photography info
Sony WX80 Travel photography info
69
good MP (14MP)
has built in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
great maximum aperture (f)
lack of Time Lapse recording
display is not selfie friendly
71
lighter than average (124 grams)
has focus via touch
MP count good (16MP)
has built in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
no Timelapse function
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak M580 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony WX80 as a Landscape photography camera
46
relatively wide (28mm)
great maximum aperture (f)
pretty good screen size (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
manual exposure not available
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
lack of Time Lapse recording
38
fairly wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual control
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Kodak M580
Vlogging with Sony WX80
31
relatively wide (28mm)
great maximum aperture (f)
has image stabilization (Optical)
display is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of mic support
35
fairly wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than average (124g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
no microphone port
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Kodak M580 vs Sony WX80 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak M580 and Sony WX80
 Kodak EasyShare M580Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80
General Information
Make Kodak Sony
Model type Kodak EasyShare M580 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2009-07-29 2013-01-08
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - BIONZ
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4288 x 3216 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Highest boosted ISO - 12800
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-224mm (8.0x) 28-224mm (8.0x)
Maximum aperture - f/3.3-8.0
Macro focusing distance 10cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display tech - TFT LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 4s
Maximum shutter speed 1/1400s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting speed - 10.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.00 m 4.20 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash
Hot shoe
AEB
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 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 ( 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
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
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 150 grams (0.33 pounds) 124 grams (0.27 pounds)
Physical dimensions 101 x 59 x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 images
Type 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 Single Single
Price at launch $169 $276