Kodak M530 vs Nikon W300
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Kodak M530 vs Nikon W300 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
- Released January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 231g - 112 x 66 x 29mm
- Launched May 2017

Kodak M530 vs Nikon W300 Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Kodak M530 versus Nikon W300, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Kodak and Nikon. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the M530 (12MP) and W300 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The M530 was launched 8 years prior to the W300 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summary of how the M530 matches up versus the W300 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak M530 vs Nikon W300 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M530 and Nikon Coolpix W300. The complete galleries are available at Kodak M530 Gallery and Nikon W300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M530 over the Nikon W300
M530 | W300 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon W300 over the Kodak M530
W300 | M530 | |||
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Launched | May 2017 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 90 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak M530 and Nikon W300
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Kodak M530 vs Nikon W300 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and volume. The Kodak M530 has external measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Nikon W300 has sizing of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).
Check out the Kodak M530 versus Nikon W300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the M530 compared to the W300.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M530 and W300 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Kodak M530 vs Nikon W300 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the M530 and W300.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon W300 to offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged M530 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

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Kodak M530 vs Nikon W300 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M530 | Nikon Coolpix W300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Kodak | Nikon |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M530 | Nikon Coolpix W300 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2010-01-05 | 2017-05-31 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | - |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1000 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/2.8-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/8 seconds | 1 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 3840x2160 |
Video data 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 | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 150 grams (0.33 lbs) | 231 grams (0.51 lbs) |
Dimensions | 94 x 57 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 112 x 66 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photographs |
Battery style | - | Built-in |
Battery ID | KLIC-7006 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5 and 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Onboard + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $110 | $387 |