Kodak M341 vs Sony W530
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Kodak M341 vs Sony W530 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-175mm (F3.0-4.8) lens
- 135g - 96 x 59 x 19mm
- Introduced July 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
- Introduced January 2011
Kodak M341 vs Sony W530 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Kodak M341 and Sony W530, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Kodak and Sony. The sensor resolution of the M341 (12MP) and the W530 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe M341 was brought out 17 months prior to the W530 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the M341 grades against the W530 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Kodak M341 vs Sony W530 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare M341 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak M341 Gallery and Sony W530 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M341 over the Sony W530
M341 | W530 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony W530 over the Kodak M341
W530 | M341 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | July 2009 | Newer by 17 months |
Common features in the Kodak M341 and Sony W530
M341 | W530 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Kodak M341 vs Sony W530 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Kodak M341 features exterior dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Sony W530 has sizing of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).
Examine the Kodak M341 and Sony W530 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the M341 against the W530.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the M341 and W530 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Kodak M341 vs Sony W530 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by looking at specs. The image underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the M341 and W530.
All in all, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony W530 to give you more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged M341 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Kodak M341 vs Sony W530 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M341 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Sony |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M341 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2009-07-29 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-4.8 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | 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 | 135g (0.30 lb) | 113g (0.25 lb) |
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 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 | KLIC-7003 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $130 | $269 |