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Casio EX-Z280 vs Kodak M530

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 front
 
Kodak EasyShare M530 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26

Casio EX-Z280 vs Kodak M530 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z280
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-104mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
  • 133g - 97 x 53 x 20mm
  • Revealed August 2009
Kodak M530
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1000
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 36-108mm (F) lens
  • 150g - 94 x 57 x 23mm
  • Announced January 2010
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Kodak M530 Overview

Below, we will be looking at the Casio EX-Z280 and Kodak M530, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Casio and Kodak. The resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the M530 (12MP) is pretty close and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z280 was launched 4 months earlier than the M530 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the EX-Z280 grades versus the M530 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Kodak M530

 EX-Z280 M530 
Focus manually Very exact focusing

Reasons to pick Kodak M530 over the Casio EX-Z280

 M530 EX-Z280 
Screen resolution230k115kSharper screen (+115k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Kodak M530

 EX-Z280 M530 
AnnouncedAugust 2009January 2010Same generation
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension2.7"2.7"Identical screen size
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch screen Neither provides Touch screen

Casio EX-Z280 vs Kodak M530 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z280 provides exterior measurements of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Kodak M530 has proportions of 94mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z280 and the M530.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Kodak M530 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z280 and M530 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Kodak M530 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z280 vs Kodak M530 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions only by researching specifications. The image here will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z280 and M530.

Plainly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you will want to factor the release date of the cameras into account.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Kodak M530 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z280 vs Kodak M530 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z280 vs Kodak M530 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Portrait photography advice
Kodak M530 Portrait photography advice
27
you can focus manually
no manual control
can't use external flash
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
21
manual focus not available
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Street photography details
Kodak M530 Street photography details
55
lighter than competition (133g)
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
47
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
maximum ISO low (1,000)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Sports photography information
Kodak M530 Sports photography information
17
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
17
low max shutter speed (1/1,400s)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 Travel photography advice
Kodak M530 Travel photography advice
62
lighter than competition (133g)
has built in flash
rather wide (26mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
low resolution sensor (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.6)
58
has built in flash
good maximum aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse function
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (36mm)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-Z280
Landscape photography with Kodak M530
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you can focus manually
rather wide (26mm)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
small screen (2.7 inches)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
does not have Time Lapse mode
27
good maximum aperture (f)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
manual mode not possible
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (1,000)
has no RAW support
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z280 as a Vlogging camera
Kodak M530 as a Vlogging camera
28
rather wide (26mm)
lighter than competition (133g)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external mic port
25
good maximum aperture (f)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 resolution)
does not have external mic jack
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Kodak M530 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z280 and Kodak M530
 Casio Exilim EX-Z280Kodak EasyShare M530
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Kodak
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z280 Kodak EasyShare M530
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2009-08-31 2010-01-05
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 3200 1000
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-104mm (4.0x) 36-108mm (3.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.6-5.9 -
Macro focusing range 5cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 115k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 seconds 1/8 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1400 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 4.20 m 4.00 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 133 gr (0.29 pounds) 150 gr (0.33 pounds)
Dimensions 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") 94 x 57 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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-80 KLIC-7006
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch price $180 $110