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Kodak M530 vs Nikon L24

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
Kodak EasyShare M530 front
 
Nikon Coolpix L24 front
Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
20
Overall
30

Kodak M530 vs Nikon L24 Key Specs

Kodak M530
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1000
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 36-108mm (F) lens
  • 150g - 94 x 57 x 23mm
  • Launched January 2010
Nikon L24
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 37-134mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
  • 182g - 98 x 61 x 28mm
  • Revealed February 2011
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Kodak M530 vs Nikon L24 Overview

In this article, we will be comparing the Kodak M530 vs Nikon L24, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Kodak and Nikon. The resolution of the M530 (12MP) and the L24 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The M530 was unveiled 13 months prior to the L24 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick view of how the M530 scores against the L24 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Kodak M530 over the Nikon L24

 M530 L24 

Reasons to pick Nikon L24 over the Kodak M530

 L24 M530 
RevealedFebruary 2011January 2010Newer by 13 months
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the Kodak M530 and Nikon L24

 M530 L24 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lack of Touch friendly screen

Kodak M530 vs Nikon L24 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Kodak M530 offers exterior measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Nikon L24 has measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the M530 compared to the L24.

Kodak M530 vs Nikon L24 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M530 and L24 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Kodak M530 vs Nikon L24 top view buttons comparison

Kodak M530 vs Nikon L24 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specs. The image underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the M530 and L24.

As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon L24 to produce extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged M530 will be behind in sensor technology.

Kodak M530 vs Nikon L24 sensor size comparison

Kodak M530 vs Nikon L24 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak M530 vs Nikon L24 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak M530 Portrait photography highlights
Nikon L24 Portrait photography highlights
21
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
low resolution (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
33
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
offers face detection focus
lack of manual focus
manual mode not available
no external flash support
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Kodak M530 as a Street photography camera
Nikon L24 as a Street photography camera
47
fixed screen
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
max ISO too low (1,000)
47
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Kodak M530 Sports photography factors
Nikon L24 Sports photography factors
17
max shutter speed is low (1/1,400 seconds)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
low resolution (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
26
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Kodak M530 Travel photography information
Nikon L24 Travel photography information
58
has built in flash
very good max aperture (f)
missing Time Lapse mode
low resolution (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (36mm)
57
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
flash built-in
missing Time Lapse function
does not have a selfie friendly screen
wide angle not good (37mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak M530 Landscape photography info
Nikon L24 Landscape photography info
27
very good max aperture (f)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (36mm)
screen is small (2.7")
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
low resolution (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (1,000)
lack of RAW support
missing Time Lapse mode
33
screen size is good (3 inches)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (37mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
manual mode not available
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak M530 Vlogging advice
Nikon L24 Vlogging advice
25
very good max aperture (f)
wide angle not great (36mm)
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 resolution)
missing external mic port
25
offers face detection focus
wide angle not good (37mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 pixels)
missing external mic support
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Kodak M530 vs Nikon L24 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak M530 and Nikon L24
 Kodak EasyShare M530Nikon Coolpix L24
General Information
Manufacturer Kodak Nikon
Model Kodak EasyShare M530 Nikon Coolpix L24
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2010-01-05 2011-02-09
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - Expeed C2
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 1000 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 36-108mm (3.0x) 37-134mm (3.6x)
Max aperture - f/3.1-6.7
Macro focus range 10cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 1/8 secs 4 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/1400 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter rate - 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.00 m 7.00 m
Flash modes Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance 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) 640 x 480 (30fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
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 None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 150 grams (0.33 pounds) 182 grams (0.40 pounds)
Dimensions 94 x 57 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 - 220 photos
Battery style - AA
Battery model KLIC-7006 2 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
Card slots Single Single
Launch pricing $110 $119