Kodak M590 vs Sony W510

Following is a extensive overview of the Kodak M590 versus Sony W510, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Sony. The sensor resolution of the M590 (14MP) and the W510 (12MP) is relatively close but the M590 (1/3") and W510 (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

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The M590 was revealed 4 months prior to the W510 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the M590 grades versus the W510 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak M590 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The full galleries are provided at Kodak M590 Gallery and Sony W510 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Kodak M590 provides exterior 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 W510 has proportions of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Kodak M590 versus Sony W510 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the M590 against the W510.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M590 and W510 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes just by looking through specs. The picture underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the M590 and W510.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The M590 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Kodak M590 will render greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs way more aggressively.