Clicky

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Kodak M530

Portability
93
Imaging
34
Features
24
Overall
30
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 front
 
Kodak EasyShare M530 front
Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
14
Overall
26

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Kodak M530 Key Specs

FujiFilm JZ300
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
  • 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
  • Launched February 2010
  • Also Known as FinePix JZ305
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
  • Revealed January 2010
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Kodak M530 Overview

Here is a complete analysis of the FujiFilm JZ300 and Kodak M530, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Kodak. The image resolution of the JZ300 (12MP) and the M530 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

The JZ300 was launched around the same time to the M530 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the JZ300 matches up against the M530 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a Landslide

        

Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Kodak M530

 JZ300 M530 

Reasons to pick Kodak M530 over the FujiFilm JZ300

 M530 JZ300 

Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Kodak M530

 JZ300 M530 
RevealedFebruary 2010January 2010Similar age
Manually focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.7"2.7"Same screen size
Screen resolution230k230kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch screen Neither provides Touch screen

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Kodak M530 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm JZ300 provides exterior measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Kodak M530 has dimensions of 94mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

Look at the FujiFilm JZ300 and Kodak M530 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the JZ300 versus the M530.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Kodak M530 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the JZ300 and M530 is 93 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Kodak M530 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Kodak M530 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at technical specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the JZ300 and M530.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs though you have to take the launch date of the products into consideration.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Kodak M530 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Kodak M530 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Kodak M530 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Portrait photography info
Kodak M530 Portrait photography info
20
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
20
no manual focus
manual mode not available
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
Photography Glossary

Street Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Street photography details
Kodak M530 Street photography details
56
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
47
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
low maximum ISO (1,000)
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

Sports Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 as a Sports photography camera
Kodak M530 as a Sports photography camera
33
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
provides tracking autofocus
no shutter priority mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
17
low max shutter speed (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

Travel Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 as a Travel photography camera
Kodak M530 as a Travel photography camera
61
flash built-in
quite wide (28mm)
very long reach (280mm)
no Time Lapse function
low MP (12MP)
does not have a selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
58
has built in flash
very good maximum aperture (f)
missing Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video

Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 Landscape photography highlights
Kodak M530 Landscape photography highlights
31
quite wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
lack of manual mode
low MP (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
no Time Lapse function
27
very good maximum aperture (f)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
small screen (2.7 inches)
manual mode not available
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (1,000)
has no RAW support
missing Time Lapse function
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or ban

Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm JZ300 as a Vlogging camera
Kodak M530 as a Vlogging camera
28
quite wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not have a selfie friendly display
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external mic socket
25
very good maximum aperture (f)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 pxls)
missing external mic port
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Kodak M530 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm JZ300 and Kodak M530
 FujiFilm FinePix JZ300Kodak EasyShare M530
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Kodak
Model type FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 Kodak EasyShare M530
Also Known as FinePix JZ305 -
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2010-02-02 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 surface 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
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 1000
Max enhanced ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-280mm (10.0x) 36-108mm (3.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.3-5.6 -
Macro focusing range 5cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8s 1/8s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1400s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 2.60 m 4.00 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 168 gr (0.37 pounds) 150 gr (0.33 pounds)
Physical dimensions 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") 94 x 57 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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-45A KLIC-7006
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at release $180 $110