Kodak M530 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ
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Kodak M530 vs Olympus SP-800 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Bump to 1000)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-840mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 455g - 110 x 90 x 91mm
- Announced February 2010
- Later Model is Olympus SP-810 UZ

Kodak M530 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Overview
Lets look more closely at the Kodak M530 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Kodak and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the M530 (12MP) and the SP-800 UZ (14MP) is very close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The M530 was introduced very close to the SP-800 UZ so they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the M530 grades versus the SP-800 UZ when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak M530 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare M530 & Olympus SP-800 UZ. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak M530 Gallery & Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M530 over the Olympus SP-800 UZ
M530 | SP-800 UZ |
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Reasons to pick Olympus SP-800 UZ over the Kodak M530
SP-800 UZ | M530 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Kodak M530 and Olympus SP-800 UZ
M530 | SP-800 UZ | |||
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Announced | January 2010 | ![]() | February 2010 | Same age |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Kodak M530 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Kodak M530 has outside 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 Olympus SP-800 UZ has measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") along with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).
Look at the Kodak M530 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the M530 vs the SP-800 UZ.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the M530 and SP-800 UZ is 95 and 69 respectively.

Kodak M530 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through a spec sheet. The image below might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the M530 and SP-800 UZ.
Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Olympus SP-800 UZ to render more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively.

Kodak M530 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak M530 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M530 | Olympus SP-800 UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Olympus |
Model | Kodak EasyShare M530 | Olympus SP-800 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 | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1000 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 1000 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 143 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 28-840mm (30.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/8 secs | 12 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 150g (0.33 pounds) | 455g (1.00 pounds) |
Physical 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 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 model | KLIC-7006 | Li-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (12 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $110 | $270 |