Kodak M530 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS
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Kodak M530 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS 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
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 21-105mm (F3.5-5.7) lens
- 218g - 110 x 64 x 28mm
- Released January 2014

Kodak M530 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Overview
Here, we are looking at the Kodak M530 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Kodak and Olympus. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the M530 (12MP) and TG-850 iHS (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The M530 was revealed 5 years before the TG-850 iHS which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the M530 matches up vs the TG-850 iHS for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak M530 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare M530 and Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS. The full galleries are provided at Kodak M530 Gallery and Olympus TG-850 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M530 over the Olympus TG-850 iHS
M530 | TG-850 iHS |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-850 iHS over the Kodak M530
TG-850 iHS | M530 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 49 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak M530 and Olympus TG-850 iHS
M530 | TG-850 iHS | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Kodak M530 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Kodak M530 features external dimensions of 94mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Olympus TG-850 iHS has proportions of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Analyze the Kodak M530 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the M530 vs the TG-850 iHS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the M530 and TG-850 iHS is 95 and 91 respectively.

Kodak M530 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes simply by seeing technical specs. The picture below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the M530 and TG-850 iHS.
As you can tell, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Olympus TG-850 iHS to show greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged M530 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Kodak M530 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak M530 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M530 | Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Olympus |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M530 | Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2010-01-05 | 2014-01-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic VII |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4616 x 3464 |
Max native ISO | 1000 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 21-105mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.5-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/8 secs | 1/2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Yes |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 150 grams (0.33 lbs) | 218 grams (0.48 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 57 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 110 x 64 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
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 life | - | 330 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | KLIC-7006 | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec, 12 sec, Custom Self-Timer (1-30 sec start timer, 1-10 pictures, 1-3 sec interval)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $110 | $250 |