Size and weight is a big decision factor when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, We are going to illustrate Panasonic FX48 and Kodak M580 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic FX48 has external dimensions of 95 x 53 x 22 mm (3.74 x 2.09 x 0.87″) and weighs 150 g (0.33 lb / 5.29 oz) (including batteries). Kodak M580 has external dimensions of 101 x 59 x 56 mm (3.98 x 2.32 x 2.2″) and weighs 150 g (0.33 lb / 5.29 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Panasonic FX48 and Kodak M580. Panasonic FX48 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 6mm narrower, 6mm shorter and 34mm thinner than Kodak M580.
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Comparison image of Panasonic FX48 and Kodak M580 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Panasonic FX48 and Kodak M580.
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Comparison image of Panasonic FX48 and Kodak M580 Size and Weight - Back View
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic FX48 and Kodak M580 have exactly the same weight of 150g.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 (Lumix DMC-FX40) nor Kodak EasyShare M580 provides any type of weather sealing in their body, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Kodak M580's 3" LCD screen is slightly larger than Panasonic FX48's 2.5" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.