Kodak M530 vs Nikon A900

Its time to examine more in depth at the Kodak M530 versus Nikon A900, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Kodak and Nikon. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the M530 (12MP) and A900 (20MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The M530 was launched 7 years prior to the A900 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the M530 scores versus the A900 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M530 and Nikon Coolpix A900. The complete galleries are available at Kodak M530 Gallery and Nikon A900 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Kodak M530 offers external measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Nikon A900 has measurements of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).

Analyze the Kodak M530 versus Nikon A900 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the M530 compared to the A900.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M530 and A900 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor measurements simply by seeing specs. The graphic below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the M530 and A900.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon A900 to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older M530 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.