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Kodak M590 vs Samsung SH100

Portability
99
Imaging
36
Features
20
Overall
29
Kodak M590 front
 
Samsung SH100 front
Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32

Kodak M590 vs Samsung SH100 Key Specs

Kodak M590
(Full Review)
  • 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
  • Launched August 2010
Samsung SH100
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 93 x 54 x 19mm
  • Revealed January 2011
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Kodak M590 vs Samsung SH100 Overview

Here, we will be comparing the Kodak M590 and Samsung SH100, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Kodak and Samsung. The resolution of the M590 (14MP) and the SH100 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the M590 (1/3") and SH100 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizing.

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The M590 was announced 4 months before the SH100 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the M590 matches up versus the SH100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Kodak M590 over the Samsung SH100

 M590 SH100 

Reasons to pick Samsung SH100 over the Kodak M590

 SH100 M590 
Screen size3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Kodak M590 and Samsung SH100

 M590 SH100 
RevealedAugust 2010January 2011Same generation
Manually focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen

Kodak M590 vs Samsung SH100 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M590 features exterior measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Samsung SH100 has dimensions of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Check the Kodak M590 and Samsung SH100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the M590 against the SH100.

Kodak M590 vs Samsung SH100 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the M590 and SH100 is 99 and 99 respectively.

Kodak M590 vs Samsung SH100 top view buttons comparison

Kodak M590 vs Samsung SH100 Sensor Comparison

Generally, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out technical specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the M590 and SH100.

As you can tell, both of these cameras come with the identical MP albeit different sensor sizing. The M590 has got the smaller sensor which will make getting shallow depth of field harder.

Kodak M590 vs Samsung SH100 sensor size comparison

Kodak M590 vs Samsung SH100 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak M590 vs Samsung SH100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak M590 Portrait photography info
Samsung SH100 Portrait photography info
29
good resolution (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/3")
no RAW format
28
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Kodak M590 as a Street photography camera
Samsung SH100 as a Street photography camera
59
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor is small (1/3")
no RAW format
49
no moving screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
maximum ISO low (0)
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Sports Comparison

Kodak M590 Sports photography info
Samsung SH100 Sports photography info
34
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14MP)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
max shutter speed is low (1/1,400 seconds)
sensor is small (1/3")
no phase detect autofocus
26
MP count decent (14MP)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Kodak M590 Travel photography advice
Samsung SH100 Travel photography advice
70
good resolution (14MP)
has built in flash
great max aperture (f)
does not have Timelapse recording
display is not selfie friendly
71
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
very good max aperture (f)
lack of Time Lapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak M590 Landscape photography advice
Samsung SH100 Landscape photography advice
39
great max aperture (f)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14MP)
lack of manual focus
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
tiny screen (2.5")
sensor is small (1/3")
no RAW format
does not have Timelapse recording
37
very good max aperture (f)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
MP count decent (14MP)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no manual mode
no image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (0)
lack of RAW files
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Kodak M590
Vlogging with Samsung SH100
31
great max aperture (f)
has image stabilization (Optical)
display is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external microphone support
33
very good max aperture (f)
touchscreen
comes with external mic port
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
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Kodak M590 vs Samsung SH100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak M590 and Samsung SH100
 Kodak M590Samsung SH100
General Information
Brand Kodak Samsung
Model type Kodak M590 Samsung SH100
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2010-08-23 2011-01-04
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 4.8 x 3.6mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 17.3mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Maximum resolution 4320 x 3242 4230 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 6400 -
Minimum native ISO 100 -
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () ()
Crop factor 7.5 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.5" 3"
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s 8s
Highest shutter speed 1/1400s 1/2000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none none
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Physical dimensions 97 x 58 x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") 93 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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
Time lapse feature
Storage slots 1 1
Launch pricing $120 $200