Canon SX230 HS vs Kodak M530

Below is a in depth assessment of the Canon SX230 HS vs Kodak M530, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Kodak. The image resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the M530 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was launched 19 months later than the M530 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SX230 HS grades versus the M530 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Kodak EasyShare M530. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Kodak M530 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX230 HS comes with physical measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Kodak M530 has specifications of 94mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX230 HS vs Kodak M530 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the SX230 HS compared to the M530.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX230 HS and M530 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements purely by checking technical specs. The graphic below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX230 HS and M530.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photos though you should consider the production date of the products into consideration. The newer SX230 HS will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.