Kodak M590 vs Sony TX20

Below is a extended comparison of the Kodak M590 and Sony TX20, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Kodak and Sony. The image resolution of the M590 (14MP) and the TX20 (16MP) is very close but the M590 (1/3") and TX20 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The M590 was unveiled 18 months prior to the TX20 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the M590 matches up versus the TX20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak M590 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The full galleries are available at Kodak M590 Gallery and Sony TX20 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Kodak M590 has physical 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 TX20 has sizing of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the M590 compared to the TX20.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M590 and TX20 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements just by viewing specs. The graphic here may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M590 and TX20.

All in all, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The M590 having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony TX20 will render extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older M590 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.