Kodak M530 vs Nikon S640

Here is a extended assessment of the Kodak M530 and Nikon S640, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Nikon. The resolution of the M530 (12MP) and the S640 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The M530 was unveiled 6 months later than the S640 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the M530 matches up vs the S640 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare M530 & Nikon Coolpix S640. The full galleries are available at Kodak M530 Gallery & Nikon S640 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Kodak M530 comes with outer 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 S640 has measurements of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak M530 and Nikon S640 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the M530 against the S640.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the M530 and S640 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Generally, its hard to see the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing technical specs. The photograph below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the M530 and S640.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs although you should always take the age of the products into consideration.