Kodak M590 vs Sony W550

Here is a complete analysis of the Kodak M590 vs Sony W550, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Kodak and Sony. The image resolution of the M590 (14MP) and the W550 (14MP) is relatively close but the M590 (1/3") and W550 (1/2.3") provide different sensor size.

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The M590 was introduced 11 months earlier than the W550 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the M590 matches up against the W550 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak M590 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550. The whole galleries are available at Kodak M590 Gallery & Sony W550 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Kodak M590 features exterior measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sony W550 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the M590 versus the W550.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M590 and W550 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by looking through technical specs. The visual below might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the M590 and W550.

As you can tell, each of the cameras come with the identical megapixel count albeit different sensor sizing. The M590 contains the smaller sensor which will make getting shallower DOF harder. The older M590 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.