Fujifilm X30 vs Kodak M530

Below is a in-depth assessment of the Fujifilm X30 versus Kodak M530, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Kodak. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the M530 (12MP) is relatively close but the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and M530 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X30 was launched 4 years later than the M530 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm X30 matches up against the M530 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X30 & Kodak EasyShare M530. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X30 Gallery & Kodak M530 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X30 enjoys external dimensions of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) whilst the Kodak M530 has measurements 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 Fujifilm X30 versus Kodak M530 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X30 and the M530.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X30 and M530 is 80 and 95 respectively.

Typically, its tough to envision the gap in sensor measurements only by researching specs. The photograph here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X30 and M530.

All in all, each of the cameras posses the exact same megapixels albeit not the same sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X30 provides the bigger sensor which will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult. The fresher Fujifilm X30 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.