Kodak M590 vs Panasonic ZS5
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Kodak M590 vs Panasonic ZS5 Key Specs
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- 14MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 97 x 58 x 15mm
- Released August 2010
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 214g - 103 x 60 x 32mm
- Introduced June 2010
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ8
Kodak M590 vs Panasonic ZS5 Overview
In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Kodak M590 and Panasonic ZS5, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Kodak and Panasonic. The image resolution of the M590 (14MP) and the ZS5 (12MP) is relatively similar but the M590 (1/3") and ZS5 (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe M590 was unveiled 3 months later than the ZS5 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Kodak M590 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZS5 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the M590 grades vs the ZS5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Kodak M590 vs Panasonic ZS5 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak M590 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak M590 Gallery & Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M590 over the Panasonic ZS5
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS5 over the Kodak M590
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Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Kodak M590 and Panasonic ZS5
M590 | ZS5 | |||
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Introduced | August 2010 | June 2010 | Similar age | |
Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Kodak M590 vs Panasonic ZS5 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and size. The Kodak M590 offers exterior dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS5 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Analyze the Kodak M590 and Panasonic ZS5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the M590 and the ZS5.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M590 and ZS5 is 99 and 92 respectively.
Kodak M590 vs Panasonic ZS5 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the M590 and ZS5.
As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The M590 having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Kodak M590 will deliver greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs far more aggressively.
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Kodak M590 vs Panasonic ZS5 Specifications
Kodak M590 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model type | Kodak M590 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ8 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-08-23 | 2010-06-16 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 4.8 x 3.6mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 17.3mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3242 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 3cm |
Crop factor | 7.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.30 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 214 gr (0.47 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 58 x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") | 103 x 60 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
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 shooting | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $120 | $300 |