Kodak M590 vs Sony W380
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Kodak M590 vs Sony W380 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
- Revealed August 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 117g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
- Announced January 2010

Kodak M590 vs Sony W380 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Kodak M590 vs Sony W380, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Kodak and Sony. The image resolution of the M590 (14MP) and the W380 (14MP) is fairly comparable but the M590 (1/3") and W380 (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.

The M590 was unveiled 8 months after the W380 and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the M590 matches up versus the W380 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Kodak M590 vs Sony W380 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak M590 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380. The full galleries are provided at Kodak M590 Gallery & Sony W380 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M590 over the Sony W380
M590 | W380 | |||
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Announced | August 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 8 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W380 over the Kodak M590
W380 | M590 | |||
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Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Kodak M590 and Sony W380
M590 | W380 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Kodak M590 vs Sony W380 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Kodak M590 has got physical 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 W380 has measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Contrast the Kodak M590 vs Sony W380 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the M590 compared to the W380.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M590 and W380 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Kodak M590 vs Sony W380 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the M590 and W380.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical megapixel count but different sensor dimensions. The M590 has the smaller sensor which is going to make getting bokeh harder. The fresher M590 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

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Kodak M590 vs Sony W380 Specifications
Kodak M590 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Kodak | Sony |
Model type | Kodak M590 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2010-08-23 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 4.8 x 3.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 17.3mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3242 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 7.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.80 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 117 gr (0.26 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") | 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") |
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 | ||
Battery ID | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $120 | $44 |