Kodak M580 vs Zeiss ZX1

Its time to look more in depth at the Kodak M580 versus Zeiss ZX1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Kodak and Zeiss. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the M580 (14MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the M580 (1/2.3") and ZX1 (Full frame) have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The M580 was revealed 10 years prior to the ZX1 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Kodak M580 being a Compact camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the M580 scores against the ZX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare M580 and Zeiss ZX1. The full galleries are available at Kodak M580 Gallery and Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Kodak M580 enjoys external measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Zeiss ZX1 has proportions of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak M580 versus Zeiss ZX1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the M580 versus the ZX1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the M580 and ZX1 is 90 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to see the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through specifications. The graphic underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the M580 and ZX1.

Plainly, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The M580 having a smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh harder and the Zeiss ZX1 will render more detail because of its extra 23 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots more aggressively. The older M580 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.