Kodak M530 vs Nikon L120
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Kodak M530 vs Nikon L120 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
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 431g - 110 x 77 x 78mm
- Launched February 2011
- Earlier Model is Nikon L110

Kodak M530 vs Nikon L120 Overview
Let's look a bit more in depth at the Kodak M530 versus Nikon L120, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Kodak and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the M530 (12MP) and the L120 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The M530 was introduced 13 months prior to the L120 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the M530 scores against the L120 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Kodak M530 vs Nikon L120 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M530 & Nikon Coolpix L120. The whole galleries are viewable at Kodak M530 Gallery & Nikon L120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M530 over the Nikon L120
M530 | L120 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon L120 over the Kodak M530
L120 | M530 | |||
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Launched | February 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 13 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak M530 and Nikon L120
M530 | L120 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Kodak M530 vs Nikon L120 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M530 features outer measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Nikon L120 has dimensions of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs).
Contrast the Kodak M530 versus Nikon L120 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the M530 against the L120.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the M530 and L120 is 95 and 75 respectively.

Kodak M530 vs Nikon L120 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements merely by going through specifications. The photograph here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the M530 and L120.
To sum up, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Nikon L120 to produce extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The older M530 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

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Kodak M530 vs Nikon L120 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M530 | Nikon Coolpix L120 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Kodak | Nikon |
Model | Kodak EasyShare M530 | Nikon Coolpix L120 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-01-05 | 2011-02-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1000 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 25-525mm (21.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.1-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/8 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 6.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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) | 431g (0.95 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 57 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 110 x 77 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") |
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 | - | 330 pictures |
Battery form | - | AA |
Battery model | KLIC-7006 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $110 | $300 |