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Fujifilm XP50 vs Kodak M530

Portability
93
Imaging
38
Features
32
Overall
35
Fujifilm FinePix XP50 front
 
Kodak EasyShare M530 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26

Fujifilm XP50 vs Kodak M530 Key Specs

Fujifilm XP50
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
  • 175g - 99 x 68 x 26mm
  • Introduced January 2012
  • Superseded the Fujifilm XP30
  • Replacement is Fujifilm XP60
Kodak M530
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1000
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 36-108mm (F) lens
  • 150g - 94 x 57 x 23mm
  • Released January 2010
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Kodak M530 Overview

Its time to examine more closely at the Fujifilm XP50 vs Kodak M530, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Kodak. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) and the M530 (12MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP50 was introduced 2 years later than the M530 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm XP50 scores versus the M530 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP50 over the Kodak M530

 Fujifilm XP50 M530 
ReleasedJanuary 2012January 2010More recent by 25 months

Reasons to pick Kodak M530 over the Fujifilm XP50

 M530 Fujifilm XP50 

Common features in the Fujifilm XP50 and Kodak M530

 Fujifilm XP50 M530 
Manually focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent display measurement
Display resolution230k230kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch display No Touch display

Fujifilm XP50 vs Kodak M530 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XP50 features external measurements of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Kodak M530 has dimensions of 94mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm XP50 vs Kodak M530 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 versus the M530.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Kodak M530 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP50 and M530 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Kodak M530 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP50 vs Kodak M530 Sensor Comparison

Normally, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by going over technical specs. The visual here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP50 and M530.

As you can tell, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Fujifilm XP50 to offer greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm XP50 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Kodak M530 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP50 vs Kodak M530 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP50 vs Kodak M530 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 Portrait photography details
Kodak M530 Portrait photography details
29
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
21
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
low resolution (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 Street photography info
Kodak M530 Street photography info
62
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
no articulating screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
47
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
low maximum ISO (1,000)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 as a Sports photography camera
Kodak M530 as a Sports photography camera
41
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14MP)
supports tracking focus
weather proof
max frames per second low (3.0 fps)
no shutter priority
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
not so great battery pack (220 shots)
has no phase detect AF
17
max shutter speed is low (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm XP50
Travel photography with Kodak M530
64
weather proof
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
pretty wide (28mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
not so great battery pack (220 shots)
does not have selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
58
flash built-in
good max aperture (f)
does not have Timelapse recording
low resolution (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (36mm)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 as a Landscape photography camera
Kodak M530 as a Landscape photography camera
39
pretty wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14MP)
weather proof
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
small screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
not so great battery pack (220 shots)
lack of Timelapse mode
27
good max aperture (f)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
tiny screen (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (1,000)
no RAW support
does not have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 Vlogging advice
Kodak M530 Vlogging advice
32
pretty wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
does not have selfie friendly screen
lack of microphone jack
25
good max aperture (f)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 pxls)
does not have external microphone jack
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Kodak M530 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP50 and Kodak M530
 Fujifilm FinePix XP50Kodak EasyShare M530
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Kodak
Model type Fujifilm FinePix XP50 Kodak EasyShare M530
Type Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2012-01-05 2010-01-05
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4608 x 3072 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 3200 1000
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 36-108mm (3.0x)
Max aperture f/3.9-4.9 -
Macro focusing distance 9cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display tech TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 seconds 1/8 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1400 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 3.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.10 m 4.00 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 640x480
Video file format H.264, Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone 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 175g (0.39 lb) 150g (0.33 lb)
Dimensions 99 x 68 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") 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 life 220 images -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID NP-45A KLIC-7006
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/ SDHC/ SDXC SD/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots One One
Pricing at launch $180 $110