Kodak M530 vs Kodak Z915
95 Imaging
34 Features
14 Overall
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91 Imaging
32 Features
18 Overall
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Kodak M530 vs Kodak Z915 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1000
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-108mm (F) lens
- 150g - 94 x 57 x 23mm
- Introduced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-350mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 194g - 90 x 64 x 39mm
- Launched January 2009

Kodak M530 vs Kodak Z915 Overview
In this write-up, we are analyzing the Kodak M530 vs Kodak Z915, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are built by Kodak. The image resolution of the M530 (12MP) and the Z915 (10MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The M530 was unveiled 13 months after the Z915 making the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the M530 grades vs the Z915 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak M530 vs Kodak Z915 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare M530 & Kodak EasyShare Z915. The full galleries are provided at Kodak M530 Gallery & Kodak Z915 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M530 over the Kodak Z915
M530 | Z915 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 13 months |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Kodak Z915 over the Kodak M530
Z915 | M530 |
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Common features in the Kodak M530 and Kodak Z915
M530 | Z915 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Kodak M530 vs Kodak Z915 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Kodak M530 offers external measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Kodak Z915 has measurements of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Contrast the Kodak M530 vs Kodak Z915 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the M530 against the Z915.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M530 and Z915 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Kodak M530 vs Kodak Z915 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The pic here should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the M530 and Z915.
To sum up, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Kodak M530 to offer greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The fresher M530 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Kodak M530 vs Kodak Z915 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak M530 vs Kodak Z915 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M530 | Kodak EasyShare Z915 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Kodak | Kodak |
Model | Kodak EasyShare M530 | Kodak EasyShare Z915 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-01-05 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1000 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 35-350mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/8 seconds | 16 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/1250 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 5.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 150g (0.33 lb) | 194g (0.43 lb) |
Dimensions | 94 x 57 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
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-7006 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $110 | $200 |