Kodak M590 vs Samsung PL170

Below is a in depth review of the Kodak M590 vs Samsung PL170, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Kodak and Samsung. The resolution of the M590 (14MP) and the PL170 (16MP) is fairly similar but the M590 (1/3") and PL170 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The M590 was introduced 4 months earlier than the PL170 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the M590 matches up against the PL170 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak M590 & Samsung PL170. The whole galleries are available at Kodak M590 Gallery & Samsung PL170 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M590 enjoys 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) while the Samsung PL170 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the M590 against the PL170.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M590 and PL170 is 99 and 99 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements purely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the M590 and PL170.

As you can see, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The M590 with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Samsung PL170 will deliver extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively.