Canon G9 X vs Kodak M530

On this page, we are evaluating the Canon G9 X and Kodak M530, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Kodak. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and M530 (12MP) and the G9 X (1") and M530 (1/2.3") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The G9 X was released 5 years later than the M530 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the G9 X scores vs the M530 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X and Kodak EasyShare M530. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G9 X Gallery and Kodak M530 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon G9 X provides external dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") with a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Kodak M530 has sizing of 94mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

Analyze the Canon G9 X and Kodak M530 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the G9 X vs the M530.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X and M530 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through specifications. The graphic here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 X and M530.

To sum up, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G9 X due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Canon G9 X will provide extra detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more modern G9 X should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.