Kodak M530 vs Nikon P340
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Kodak M530 vs Nikon P340 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Push to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F1.8-5.6) lens
- 194g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Introduced February 2014
- Succeeded the Nikon P330

Kodak M530 vs Nikon P340 Overview
In this article, we are reviewing the Kodak M530 and Nikon P340, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Kodak and Nikon. The resolution of the M530 (12MP) and the P340 (12MP) is very comparable but the M530 (1/2.3") and P340 (1/1.7") use different sensor measurements.

The M530 was launched 5 years prior to the P340 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the M530 matches up versus the P340 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Kodak M530 vs Nikon P340 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare M530 and Nikon Coolpix P340. The complete galleries are provided at Kodak M530 Gallery and Nikon P340 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M530 over the Nikon P340
M530 | P340 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon P340 over the Kodak M530
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Introduced | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 49 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak M530 and Nikon P340
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Kodak M530 vs Nikon P340 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Kodak M530 has got outside dimensions of 94mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Nikon P340 has measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Examine the Kodak M530 and Nikon P340 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the M530 and the P340.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the M530 and P340 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Kodak M530 vs Nikon P340 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions purely by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the M530 and P340.
As you can tell, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact MP but different sensor dimensions. The M530 features the smaller sensor which will make getting shallow DOF more difficult. The more aged M530 will be behind in sensor technology.

Kodak M530 vs Nikon P340 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak M530 vs Nikon P340 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M530 | Nikon Coolpix P340 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Nikon |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M530 | Nikon Coolpix P340 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-01-05 | 2014-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1000 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/1.8-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT-LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 6.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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) | 1920x1080 (30p, 25p, 60i, 50i), 1280x720 (30p, 25p), 1920x1080 (15p, 12.5p), 640x480 (120p, 100p), 1280x720 (60p, 50p), 320x240 (240p, 200p), iFrame 720 (30p, 25p), 640x480 (30p, 25p) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | No |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 150 grams (0.33 lb) | 194 grams (0.43 lb) |
Dimensions | 94 x 57 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 54 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.9 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 273 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 pictures |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | KLIC-7006 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $110 | $380 |