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Kodak M590 vs Sony W560

Portability
99
Imaging
35
Features
20
Overall
29
Kodak M590 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
28
Overall
33

Kodak M590 vs Sony W560 Key Specs

Kodak M590
(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
Sony W560
(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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Kodak M590 vs Sony W560 Overview

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.

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The 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.

Photography Glossary

        

Reasons to pick Kodak M590 over the Sony W560

 M590 W560 

Reasons to pick Sony W560 over the Kodak M590

 W560 M590 
Screen dimension3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")

Common features in the Kodak M590 and Sony W560

 M590 W560 
ReleasedAugust 2010January 2011Similar generation
Focus manually No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kSame 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Kodak M590 vs Sony W560 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M590 and W560 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Kodak M590 vs Sony W560 top view buttons comparison

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.

Kodak M590 vs Sony W560 sensor size comparison

Kodak M590 vs Sony W560 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak M590 vs Sony W560 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak M590 Portrait photography highlights
Sony W560 Portrait photography highlights
29
resolution is good (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/3")
doesn't have RAW format
28
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Kodak M590 as a Street photography camera
Sony W560 as a Street photography camera
58
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor size is tiny (1/3")
doesn't have RAW format
57
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Kodak M590
Sports photography with Sony W560
34
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14MP)
fixed focal length (()mm)
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,400 seconds)
sensor size is tiny (1/3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
35
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
low frames per second (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Kodak M590 Travel photography features
Sony W560 Travel photography features
70
resolution is good (14MP)
built-in flash
very good max aperture (f)
does not have Timelapse function
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
65
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
decently wide (26mm)
missing Timelapse function
does not posses selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak M590 Landscape photography information
Sony W560 Landscape photography information
38
very good max aperture (f)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
tiny screen (2.5")
sensor size is tiny (1/3")
doesn't have RAW format
does not have Timelapse function
42
decently wide (26mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14MP)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
no manual mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak M590 Vlogging advice
Sony W560 Vlogging advice
31
very good max aperture (f)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have microphone port
29
decently wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
does not posses selfie friendly display
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing microphone socket
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Kodak M590 vs Sony W560 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak M590 and Sony W560
 Kodak M590Sony 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