Canon D30 vs Kodak M530

Following is a extended analysis of the Canon D30 and Kodak M530, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Kodak. The resolution of the D30 (12MP) and the M530 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The D30 was announced 4 years after the M530 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the D30 matches up vs the M530 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot D30 & Kodak EasyShare M530. The whole galleries are provided at Canon D30 Gallery & Kodak M530 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon D30 enjoys exterior dimensions of 109mm x 68mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.1") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Kodak M530 has proportions of 94mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the D30 compared to the M530.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D30 and M530 is 91 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to see the gap in sensor sizes purely by going through specifications. The picture underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the D30 and M530.

Plainly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you should take the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer D30 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.