Kodak M530 vs Leica V-Lux 40
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Kodak M530 vs Leica V-Lux 40 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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
- Introduced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 210g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Introduced May 2012
Kodak M530 vs Leica V-Lux 40 Overview
Here is a extensive comparison of the Kodak M530 versus Leica V-Lux 40, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Kodak and Leica. The resolution of the M530 (12MP) and the V-Lux 40 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe M530 was introduced 3 years before the V-Lux 40 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the M530 matches up against the V-Lux 40 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Kodak M530 vs Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare M530 & Leica V-Lux 40. The whole galleries are viewable at Kodak M530 Gallery & Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M530 over the Leica V-Lux 40
M530 | V-Lux 40 |
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Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 40 over the Kodak M530
V-Lux 40 | M530 | |||
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Introduced | May 2012 | January 2010 | Fresher by 28 months | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 461k | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Kodak M530 and Leica V-Lux 40
M530 | V-Lux 40 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Kodak M530 vs Leica V-Lux 40 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Kodak M530 provides outer measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 40 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).
Examine the Kodak M530 versus Leica V-Lux 40 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the M530 and the V-Lux 40.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the M530 and V-Lux 40 is 95 and 92 respectively.
Kodak M530 vs Leica V-Lux 40 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the M530 and V-Lux 40.
As you can see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Leica V-Lux 40 to provide more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older M530 will be behind in sensor tech.
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Kodak M530 vs Leica V-Lux 40 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M530 | Leica V-Lux 40 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Leica |
Model | Kodak EasyShare M530 | Leica V-Lux 40 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-01-05 | 2012-05-10 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1000 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 461k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/8s | 15s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 6.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 150g (0.33 lb) | 210g (0.46 lb) |
Dimensions | 94 x 57 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 life | - | 210 shots |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | KLIC-7006 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $110 | $699 |