Kodak M590 vs Sony W560
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Kodak M590 vs Sony W560 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- 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
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 110g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Released January 2011
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Below, we will be analyzing the Kodak M590 versus Sony W560, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Kodak and Sony. The sensor resolution of the M590 (14MP) and the W560 (14MP) is relatively similar but the M590 (1/3") and W560 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor dimensions.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe M590 was released 4 months earlier than the W560 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the M590 grades vs the W560 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak M590 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The complete galleries are available at Kodak M590 Gallery and Sony W560 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M590 over the Sony W560
| M590 | W560 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony W560 over the Kodak M590
| W560 | M590 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimension | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Common features in the Kodak M590 and Sony W560
| M590 | W560 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | August 2010 | January 2011 | Similar generation | |
| Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
| Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly screen | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Kodak M590 vs Sony W560 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M590 provides exterior 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) while the Sony W560 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
Examine the Kodak M590 versus Sony W560 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the M590 and the W560.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M590 and W560 is 99 and 96 respectively.
Kodak M590 vs Sony W560 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specs. The photograph here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the M590 and W560.
All in all, both of these cameras have got the exact same megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizing. The M590 has the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow depth of field tougher.
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Kodak M590 vs Sony W560 Specifications
| Kodak M590 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Kodak | Sony |
| Model type | Kodak M590 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Released | 2010-08-23 | 2011-01-06 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 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 |
| Peak resolution | 4320 x 3242 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | () | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | - | f/2.7-5.7 |
| Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 7.5 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 2 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 3.80 m |
| Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| 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) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | - | 110 grams (0.24 lb) |
| Dimensions | 97 x 58 x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at release | $120 | $139 |