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Kodak M530 vs Olympus 6000

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
Kodak EasyShare M530 front
 
Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 front
Portability
94
Imaging
33
Features
21
Overall
28

Kodak M530 vs Olympus 6000 Key Specs

Kodak M530
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1000
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 36-108mm (F) lens
  • 150g - 94 x 57 x 23mm
  • Launched January 2010
Olympus 6000
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 50 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
  • 179g - 95 x 63 x 22mm
  • Introduced July 2009
  • Additionally referred to as mju Tough 6000
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Kodak M530 vs Olympus 6000 Overview

In this article, we will be comparing the Kodak M530 vs Olympus 6000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Kodak and Olympus. The image resolution of the M530 (12MP) and the 6000 (10MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The M530 was brought out 7 months after the 6000 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the M530 scores versus the 6000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Kodak M530 over the Olympus 6000

 M530 6000 
IntroducedJanuary 2010July 2009More modern by 7 months

Reasons to pick Olympus 6000 over the Kodak M530

 6000 M530 

Common features in the Kodak M530 and Olympus 6000

 M530 6000 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent screen size
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lacking Touch friendly screen

Kodak M530 vs Olympus 6000 Physical Comparison

When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M530 provides outside dimensions 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 Olympus 6000 has dimensions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the M530 vs the 6000.

Kodak M530 vs Olympus 6000 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the M530 and 6000 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Kodak M530 vs Olympus 6000 top view buttons comparison

Kodak M530 vs Olympus 6000 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing specs. The picture underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the M530 and 6000.

All in all, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Kodak M530 to show greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The newer M530 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.

Kodak M530 vs Olympus 6000 sensor size comparison

Kodak M530 vs Olympus 6000 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak M530 vs Olympus 6000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak M530 as a Portrait photography camera
Olympus 6000 as a Portrait photography camera
21
no manual focus
no manual exposure
no external flash support
low MP (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
19
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
low resolution (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Kodak M530 as a Street photography camera
Olympus 6000 as a Street photography camera
47
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
low maximum ISO (1,000)
61
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proof
screen is fixed
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Kodak M530 Sports photography highlights
Olympus 6000 Sports photography highlights
17
low max shutter speed (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
33
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proof
no shutter priority mode
low resolution (10MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Kodak M530 Travel photography factors
Olympus 6000 Travel photography factors
58
has built in flash
great maximum aperture (f)
no Time Lapse function
low MP (12 megapixels)
does not have a selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
61
environment proof
built-in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse function
low resolution (10 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak M530 Landscape photography information
Olympus 6000 Landscape photography information
27
great maximum aperture (f)
no manual focus
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
no image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (1,000)
has no RAW support
no Time Lapse function
35
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proof
focusing manually not possible
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not available
low resolution (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Kodak M530
Vlogging with Olympus 6000
25
great maximum aperture (f)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
does not have a selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 pixels)
no external mic support
28
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
display is not selfie friendly
low quality video (640 x 480 resolution)
does not have microphone port
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Kodak M530 vs Olympus 6000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak M530 and Olympus 6000
 Kodak EasyShare M530Olympus Stylus Tough 6000
General Information
Make Kodak Olympus
Model type Kodak EasyShare M530 Olympus Stylus Tough 6000
Also Known as - mju Tough 6000
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2010-01-05 2009-07-01
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 1000 1600
Min native ISO 80 50
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-108mm (3.0x) 28-102mm (3.6x)
Maximum aperture - f/3.5-5.1
Macro focusing distance 10cm 2cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7" 2.7"
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 1/8 secs 1/4 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/1400 secs 1/2000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 4.00 m 4.00 m
Flash options Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 150g (0.33 pounds) 179g (0.39 pounds)
Dimensions 94 x 57 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 95 x 63 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 seconds)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal
Storage slots One One
Pricing at release $110 $259