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Kodak M530 vs Nikon L28

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
Kodak EasyShare M530 front
 
Nikon Coolpix L28 front
Portability
93
Imaging
44
Features
29
Overall
38

Kodak M530 vs Nikon L28 Key Specs

Kodak M530
(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
Nikon L28
(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
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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").

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The 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.

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Reasons to pick Kodak M530 over the Nikon L28

 M530 L28 

Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Kodak M530

 L28 M530 
ReleasedJanuary 2013January 2010Newer by 37 months
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Common features in the Kodak M530 and Nikon L28

 M530 L28 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kEqual 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).

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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.

Kodak M530 vs Nikon L28 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the M530 and L28 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Kodak M530 vs Nikon L28 top view buttons comparison

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.

Kodak M530 vs Nikon L28 sensor size comparison

Kodak M530 vs Nikon L28 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak M530 vs Nikon L28 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak M530 as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon L28 as a Portrait photography camera
21
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
no external flash support
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
33
good MP (20 megapixels)
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Kodak M530
Street photography with Nikon L28
47
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
max ISO too low (1,000)
48
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Kodak M530 Sports photography info
Nikon L28 Sports photography info
17
max shutter speed is low (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
38
good MP (20MP)
good battery life (280 CIPA)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Kodak M530
Travel photography with Nikon L28
58
built-in flash
fast max aperture (f)
missing Timelapse recording
megapixel count low (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (36mm)
74
good battery life (280 per charge)
good MP (20MP)
has built in flash
decently wide (26mm)
good max aperture (f)
lack of Time Lapse function
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak M530 as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon L28 as a Landscape photography camera
27
fast max aperture (f)
focusing manually not possible
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (1,000)
lack of RAW files
missing Timelapse recording
47
decently wide (26mm)
good max aperture (f)
good sized screen (3")
good MP (20MP)
good battery life (280 shots)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
lack of manual mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak M530 Vlogging details
Nikon L28 Vlogging details
25
fast max aperture (f)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 pxls)
missing external microphone socket
29
decently wide (26mm)
good max aperture (f)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of mic jack
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Kodak M530 vs Nikon L28 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak M530 and Nikon L28
 Kodak EasyShare M530Nikon Coolpix L28
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