Kodak M320 vs Sony TX30

Below, we will be matching up the Kodak M320 versus Sony TX30, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Kodak and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the M320 (9MP) and TX30 (18MP) and the M320 (1/2.5") and TX30 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The M320 was revealed 5 years earlier than the TX30 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the M320 grades against the TX30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M320 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak M320 Gallery & Sony TX30 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Kodak M320 provides outside dimensions of 97mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony TX30 has measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") along with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the M320 against the TX30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M320 and TX30 is 95 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M320 and TX30.

As you can see, each of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The M320 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh harder and the Sony TX30 will show extra detail because of its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged M320 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.