Kodak M590 vs Sony TX100V

The following is a thorough analysis of the Kodak M590 versus Sony TX100V, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Kodak and Sony. The image resolution of the M590 (14MP) and the TX100V (16MP) is relatively comparable but the M590 (1/3") and TX100V (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizes.

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The M590 was brought out 4 months earlier than the TX100V which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick view of how the M590 grades against the TX100V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak M590 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V. The entire galleries are available at Kodak M590 Gallery and Sony TX100V Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Kodak M590 has outside dimensions 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 Sony TX100V has specifications of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the M590 against the TX100V.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the M590 and TX100V is 99 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by checking out specifications. The pic underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the M590 and TX100V.

To sum up, both cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The M590 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony TX100V will show extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively.