Kodak Easyshare M5370 vs Panasonic ZS45

Lets look a little more closely at the Kodak Easyshare M5370 vs Panasonic ZS45, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Kodak and Panasonic. The resolution of the Easyshare M5370 (16MP) and the ZS45 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Easyshare M5370 was launched 4 years earlier than the ZS45 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Easyshare M5370 grades versus the ZS45 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak Easyshare M5370 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The complete galleries are provided at Kodak Easyshare M5370 Gallery and Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Kodak Easyshare M5370 offers outer measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS45 has proportions of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak Easyshare M5370 vs Panasonic ZS45 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the Easyshare M5370 vs the ZS45.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Easyshare M5370 and ZS45 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Often, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading through specifications. The picture underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Easyshare M5370 and ZS45.

To sum up, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP so you should expect similar quality of pictures though you should always consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged Easyshare M5370 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.