Kodak M590 vs Panasonic FS12
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Kodak M590 vs Panasonic FS12 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 97 x 58 x 15mm
- Launched August 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-124mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 129g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
- Launched April 2009
Kodak M590 vs Panasonic FS12 Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Kodak M590 versus Panasonic FS12, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the M590 (14MP) and the FS12 (12MP) is very close but the M590 (1/3") and FS12 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor measurements.
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe M590 was announced 17 months later than the FS12 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the M590 grades versus the FS12 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Kodak M590 vs Panasonic FS12 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak M590 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak M590 Gallery & Panasonic FS12 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M590 over the Panasonic FS12
M590 | FS12 | |||
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Launched | August 2010 | April 2009 | Fresher by 17 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS12 over the Kodak M590
FS12 | M590 | |||
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Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Kodak M590 and Panasonic FS12
M590 | FS12 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Kodak M590 vs Panasonic FS12 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M590 has got outer measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Panasonic FS12 has dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).
Compare the Kodak M590 versus Panasonic FS12 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the M590 vs the FS12.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the M590 and FS12 is 99 and 95 respectively.
Kodak M590 vs Panasonic FS12 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through specs. The photograph here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the M590 and FS12.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The M590 with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Kodak M590 will render extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images more aggressively. The fresher M590 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Kodak M590 vs Panasonic FS12 Specifications
Kodak M590 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model type | Kodak M590 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-08-23 | 2009-04-17 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 4.8 x 3.6mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 17.3mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3242 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 31-124mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 7.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.30 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 129 grams (0.28 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") | 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" 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 | ||
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $120 | $228 |