Kodak M590 vs Sony W330
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35 Features
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36 Features
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Kodak M590 vs Sony W330 Key Specs
(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
- Released August 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 128g - 96 x 57 x 17mm
- Released January 2010

Kodak M590 vs Sony W330 Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Kodak M590 vs Sony W330, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Kodak and Sony. The image resolution of the M590 (14MP) and the W330 (14MP) is pretty well matched but the M590 (1/3") and W330 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor size.

The M590 was manufactured 8 months after the W330 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief view of how the M590 grades against the W330 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak M590 vs Sony W330 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak M590 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak M590 Gallery and Sony W330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M590 over the Sony W330
M590 | W330 | |||
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Released | August 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 8 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W330 over the Kodak M590
W330 | M590 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Common features in the Kodak M590 and Sony W330
M590 | W330 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Kodak M590 vs Sony W330 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Kodak M590 offers outer measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony W330 has sizing of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Contrast the Kodak M590 vs Sony W330 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the M590 vs the W330.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the M590 and W330 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Kodak M590 vs Sony W330 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by reading through a spec sheet. The pic here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the M590 and W330.
As you can see, both of the cameras have got the exact same resolution albeit different sensor sizes. The M590 offers the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving shallower depth of field harder. The more modern M590 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Kodak M590 vs Sony W330 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak M590 vs Sony W330 Specifications
Kodak M590 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Sony |
Model | Kodak M590 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-08-23 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 4.8 x 3.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 17.3mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3242 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | - | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 7.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | - | 128 grams (0.28 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 58 x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") | 96 x 57 x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | - | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $120 | $170 |