Kodak M530 vs Nikon S3300

Following is a extended review of the Kodak M530 and Nikon S3300, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Kodak and Nikon. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the M530 (12MP) and S3300 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The M530 was introduced 3 years before the S3300 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the M530 grades against the S3300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare M530 and Nikon Coolpix S3300. The whole galleries are available at Kodak M530 Gallery and Nikon S3300 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Kodak M530 offers physical measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Nikon S3300 has specifications of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the M530 vs the S3300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the M530 and S3300 is 95 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through specifications. The image below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the M530 and S3300.

To sum up, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon S3300 to give you greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged M530 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.