Kodak M530 vs Leica V-Lux 20
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Kodak M530 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Key Specs
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1000
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-108mm (F) lens
- 150g - 94 x 57 x 23mm
- Released January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 218g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Launched April 2010
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Let's examine more in depth at the Kodak M530 and Leica V-Lux 20, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Kodak and Leica. The sensor resolution of the M530 (12MP) and the V-Lux 20 (12MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe M530 was released 3 months prior to the V-Lux 20 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summary of how the M530 matches up against the V-Lux 20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Below is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare M530 and Leica V-Lux 20. The complete galleries are viewable at Kodak M530 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M530 over the Leica V-Lux 20
| M530 | V-Lux 20 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 20 over the Kodak M530
| V-Lux 20 | M530 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 461k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak M530 and Leica V-Lux 20
| M530 | V-Lux 20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2010 |  | April 2010 | Same generation |
| Manual focus |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | No Touch friendly screen |
Kodak M530 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Kodak M530 has outside measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 20 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Compare the Kodak M530 and Leica V-Lux 20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the M530 versus the V-Lux 20.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the M530 and V-Lux 20 is 95 and 91 respectively.
Kodak M530 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching specs. The picture underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the M530 and V-Lux 20.
All in all, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photos though you should take the release date of the cameras into account.
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Kodak M530 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare M530 | Leica V-Lux 20 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Kodak | Leica |
| Model | Kodak EasyShare M530 | Leica V-Lux 20 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Released | 2010-01-05 | 2010-04-20 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 1000 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | - | f/3.3-4.9 |
| Macro focus range | 10cm | 3cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 1/8 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.00 m | 5.30 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| 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 | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 150g (0.33 lb) | 218g (0.48 lb) |
| Dimensions | 94 x 57 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
| 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 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Pricing at launch | $110 | $779 |