Kodak M530 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ
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Kodak M530 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ 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
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
- 455g - 110 x 90 x 91mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Earlier Model is Olympus SP-590 UZ
- Replacement is Olympus SP-610UZ

Kodak M530 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Kodak M530 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Kodak and Olympus. The image resolution of the M530 (12MP) and the SP-600 UZ (12MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The M530 was revealed within a month of the SP-600 UZ which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the M530 scores versus the SP-600 UZ with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Kodak M530 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M530 & Olympus SP-600 UZ. The full galleries are available at Kodak M530 Gallery & Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M530 over the Olympus SP-600 UZ
M530 | SP-600 UZ |
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Reasons to pick Olympus SP-600 UZ over the Kodak M530
SP-600 UZ | M530 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Common features in the Kodak M530 and Olympus SP-600 UZ
M530 | SP-600 UZ | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | ![]() | February 2010 | Same age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Kodak M530 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to lug around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Kodak M530 has got external dimensions 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 Olympus SP-600 UZ has specifications of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).
Compare the Kodak M530 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the M530 and the SP-600 UZ.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the M530 and SP-600 UZ is 95 and 69 respectively.

Kodak M530 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through technical specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the M530 and SP-600 UZ.
As you have seen, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you really should consider the launch date of the cameras into account.

Kodak M530 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak M530 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M530 | Olympus SP-600 UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Kodak | Olympus |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M530 | Olympus SP-600 UZ |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-01-05 | 2010-02-02 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3968 x 2976 |
Max native ISO | 1000 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 143 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 28-420mm (15.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.5-5.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/8 seconds | 1/2 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 3.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 150 grams (0.33 pounds) | 455 grams (1.00 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 57 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") |
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 ID | KLIC-7006 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (12 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $110 | $189 |