Kodak M590 vs Sony TX9

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Kodak M590 vs Sony TX9, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Kodak and Sony. The sensor resolution of the M590 (14MP) and the TX9 (12MP) is fairly well matched but the M590 (1/3") and TX9 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The M590 was revealed 2 months later than the TX9 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the M590 scores against the TX9 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak M590 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The full galleries are available at Kodak M590 Gallery and Sony TX9 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Kodak M590 has got outer measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony TX9 has measurements of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Check the Kodak M590 vs Sony TX9 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the M590 versus the TX9.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the M590 and TX9 is 99 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor measurements only by looking at specs. The photograph here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the M590 and TX9.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The M590 having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Kodak M590 will give greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively.