Kodak M530 vs Nikon L28
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Kodak M530 vs Nikon L28 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
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
- Released January 2013
Kodak M530 vs Nikon L28 Overview
The following is a comprehensive review of the Kodak M530 versus Nikon L28, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Nikon. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the M530 (12MP) and L28 (20MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe M530 was revealed 4 years prior to the L28 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the M530 matches up against the L28 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Kodak M530 vs Nikon L28 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare M530 and Nikon Coolpix L28. The full galleries are provided at Kodak M530 Gallery and Nikon L28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M530 over the Nikon L28
M530 | L28 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Kodak M530
L28 | M530 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | January 2010 | Newer by 37 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Kodak M530 and Nikon L28
M530 | L28 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither has Touch display |
Kodak M530 vs Nikon L28 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Kodak M530 has outside dimensions of 94mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Nikon L28 has specifications of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Check out the Kodak M530 versus Nikon L28 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the M530 compared to the L28.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the M530 and L28 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Kodak M530 vs Nikon L28 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading specifications. The image below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the M530 and L28.
To sum up, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon L28 to offer you extra detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images more aggressively. The more aged M530 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Kodak M530 vs Nikon L28 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M530 | Nikon Coolpix L28 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Nikon |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M530 | Nikon Coolpix L28 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-01-05 | 2013-01-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 1000 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/8s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 150 grams (0.33 pounds) | 164 grams (0.36 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 57 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 280 photos |
Style of battery | - | AA |
Battery ID | KLIC-7006 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $110 | $90 |