Kodak M530 vs Panasonic FX700
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Kodak M530 vs Panasonic FX700 Key Specs
(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
- Released January 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.2-5.9) lens
- 176g - 104 x 56 x 25mm
- Announced July 2010

Kodak M530 vs Panasonic FX700 Overview
Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Kodak M530 vs Panasonic FX700, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the M530 (12MP) and the FX700 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The M530 was introduced 6 months earlier than the FX700 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the M530 scores versus the FX700 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Kodak M530 vs Panasonic FX700 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare M530 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700. The whole galleries are viewable at Kodak M530 Gallery & Panasonic FX700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M530 over the Panasonic FX700
M530 | FX700 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FX700 over the Kodak M530
FX700 | M530 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Kodak M530 and Panasonic FX700
M530 | FX700 | |||
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Announced | January 2010 | ![]() | July 2010 | Same age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Kodak M530 vs Panasonic FX700 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Kodak M530 offers physical 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 Panasonic FX700 has sizing of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).
See the Kodak M530 vs Panasonic FX700 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the M530 and the FX700.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the M530 and FX700 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Kodak M530 vs Panasonic FX700 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the M530 and FX700.
Clearly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic FX700 to provide more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively.

Kodak M530 vs Panasonic FX700 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Kodak M530 vs Panasonic FX700 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M530 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M530 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-01-05 | 2010-07-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
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 | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1000 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/2.2-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 7.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
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 lb) | 176 grams (0.39 lb) |
Dimensions | 94 x 57 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 104 x 56 x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $110 | $399 |