Kodak M530 vs Nikon A900
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![Kodak EasyShare M530 front Kodak EasyShare M530 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Kodak-EasyShare-M530/Kodak-M530-front.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix A900 front Nikon Coolpix A900 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-A900/Nikon-A900-front.jpg)
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Kodak M530 vs Nikon A900 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)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-840mm (F3.4-6.9) lens
- 289g - 113 x 67 x 40mm
- Introduced February 2016
- Newer Model is Nikon A1000
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Kodak M530 vs Nikon A900 Overview
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.
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Kodak M530 vs Nikon A900 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Kodak M530 over the Nikon A900
M530 | A900 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon A900 over the Kodak M530
A900 | M530 | |||
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Introduced | February 2016 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 74 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak M530 and Nikon A900
M530 | A900 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Kodak M530 vs Nikon A900 Physical Comparison
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.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Kodak M530 vs Nikon A900 size comparison Kodak M530 vs Nikon A900 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-M530-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-A900-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M530 and A900 is 95 and 88 respectively.
![Kodak M530 vs Nikon A900 top view buttons comparison Kodak M530 vs Nikon A900 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-M530-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-A900-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Kodak M530 vs Nikon A900 Sensor Comparison
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.
![Kodak M530 vs Nikon A900 sensor size comparison Kodak M530 vs Nikon A900 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-M530-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-A900-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Kodak M530 vs Nikon A900 Screen and ViewFinder
![Kodak M530 vs Nikon A900 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Kodak M530 vs Nikon A900 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Kodak-EasyShare-M530-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-A900-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Kodak M530 vs Nikon A900 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M530 | Nikon Coolpix A900 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Kodak | Nikon |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M530 | Nikon Coolpix A900 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-01-05 | 2016-02-23 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 1000 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 24-840mm (35.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.4-6.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/8s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 7.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p, 25p) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 150 gr (0.33 lb) | 289 gr (0.64 lb) |
Dimensions | 94 x 57 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 113 x 67 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | - | 300 photographs |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | KLIC-7006 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $110 | $400 |