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Kodak M530 vs Nikon S9100

Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
14
Overall
26
Kodak EasyShare M530 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S9100 front
Portability
91
Imaging
35
Features
41
Overall
37

Kodak M530 vs Nikon S9100 Key Specs

Kodak M530
(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
  • Released January 2010
Nikon S9100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 160 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 214g - 105 x 62 x 35mm
  • Released July 2011
  • Replacement is Nikon S9300
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Kodak M530 vs Nikon S9100 Overview

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Kodak M530 vs Nikon S9100, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Kodak and Nikon. The resolution of the M530 (12MP) and the S9100 (12MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The M530 was launched 18 months prior to the S9100 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the M530 matches up versus the S9100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Kodak M530 over the Nikon S9100

 M530 S9100 

Reasons to pick Nikon S9100 over the Kodak M530

 S9100 M530 
ReleasedJuly 2011January 2010Newer by 18 months
Focus manually Very accurate focusing
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution921k230kCrisper screen (+691k dot)

Common features in the Kodak M530 and Nikon S9100

 M530 S9100 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

Kodak M530 vs Nikon S9100 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Kodak M530 enjoys 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) while the Nikon S9100 has specifications of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Compare the Kodak M530 vs Nikon S9100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the M530 versus the S9100.

Kodak M530 vs Nikon S9100 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the M530 and S9100 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Kodak M530 vs Nikon S9100 top view buttons comparison

Kodak M530 vs Nikon S9100 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading technical specs. The image underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the M530 and S9100.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of images though you would want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged M530 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Kodak M530 vs Nikon S9100 sensor size comparison

Kodak M530 vs Nikon S9100 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak M530 vs Nikon S9100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak M530 Portrait photography factors
Nikon S9100 Portrait photography factors
20
no manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
32
manual focus
offers face detect focus
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Kodak M530 Street photography info
Nikon S9100 Street photography info
47
no moving screen
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
low maximum ISO (1,000)
60
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than average in class (214 grams)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Kodak M530 Sports photography details
Nikon S9100 Sports photography details
17
max shutter speed is low (1/1,400 seconds)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
36
incredible zoom range (25-450mm 18.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
offers tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
low megapixels (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
low battery life (270 shots)
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Kodak M530 as a Travel photography camera
Nikon S9100 as a Travel photography camera
58
built-in flash
very good max aperture (f)
lack of Time Lapse function
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
wide angle not the best (36mm)
61
lighter than average in class (214 grams)
flash built-in
pretty wide (25mm)
long zoom (450mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
low battery life (270 CIPA)
low megapixels (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak M530 Landscape photography information
Nikon S9100 Landscape photography information
27
very good max aperture (f)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual control
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (1,000)
lack of RAW format
lack of Time Lapse function
39
manual focus
pretty wide (25mm)
nice screen size (3")
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not available
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
low battery life (270 CIPA)
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Kodak M530
Vlogging with Nikon S9100
25
very good max aperture (f)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of mic port
34
pretty wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
offers face detect focus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than average in class (214g)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
missing mic jack
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Kodak M530 vs Nikon S9100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak M530 and Nikon S9100
 Kodak EasyShare M530Nikon Coolpix S9100
General Information
Company Kodak Nikon
Model Kodak EasyShare M530 Nikon Coolpix S9100
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2010-01-05 2011-07-19
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Expeed C2
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1000 3200
Min native ISO 80 160
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 36-108mm (3.0x) 25-450mm (18.0x)
Highest aperture - f/3.5-5.9
Macro focus distance 10cm 4cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 230k dot 921k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen technology - TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 1/8 secs 4 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/1400 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 4.00 m 4.00 m
Flash settings Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
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
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 150g (0.33 lbs) 214g (0.47 lbs)
Dimensions 94 x 57 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 105 x 62 x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 270 photos
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model KLIC-7006 EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (10 or 2 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Launch pricing $110 $329