Kodak M340 vs Sony W530
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Kodak M340 vs Sony W530 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.1-5.7) lens
- 115g - 96 x 59 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 113g - 93 x 53 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2011

Kodak M340 vs Sony W530 Overview
Lets look more in depth at the Kodak M340 vs Sony W530, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Kodak and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the M340 (10MP) and W530 (14MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The M340 was introduced 24 months before the W530 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the M340 matches up versus the W530 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Kodak M340 vs Sony W530 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare M340 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530. The whole galleries are viewable at Kodak M340 Gallery and Sony W530 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M340 over the Sony W530
M340 | W530 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W530 over the Kodak M340
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Revealed | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 24 months |
Common features in the Kodak M340 and Sony W530
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Kodak M340 vs Sony W530 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M340 provides external dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs) while the Sony W530 has dimensions of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).
Contrast the Kodak M340 vs Sony W530 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the M340 and the W530.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M340 and W530 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Kodak M340 vs Sony W530 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the M340 and W530.
As you can see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony W530 to produce greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older M340 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

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Kodak M340 vs Sony W530 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M340 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Sony |
Model | Kodak EasyShare M340 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2009-01-05 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
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 | 10 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3664 x 2748 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 5 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.7 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 7cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 115 gr (0.25 lbs) | 113 gr (0.25 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 59 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 93 x 53 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | KLIC-7001 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $130 | $269 |