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Kodak M530 vs Panasonic FX700

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
Kodak EasyShare M530 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 front
Portability
94
Imaging
36
Features
44
Overall
39

Kodak M530 vs Panasonic FX700 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
  • Released January 2010
Panasonic FX700
(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
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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").

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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.

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Reasons to pick Kodak M530 over the Panasonic FX700

 M530 FX700 

Reasons to pick Panasonic FX700 over the Kodak M530

 FX700 M530 
Manually focus More precise focus
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Kodak M530 and Panasonic FX700

 M530 FX700 
AnnouncedJanuary 2010July 2010Same age
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kSame 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).

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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.

Kodak M530 vs Panasonic FX700 size comparison

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

Kodak M530 vs Panasonic FX700 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Kodak M530 vs Panasonic FX700 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak M530 vs Panasonic FX700 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak M530 Portrait photography highlights
Panasonic FX700 Portrait photography highlights
21
no manual focus
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
37
manual focus
good MP (14MP)
cannot use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Kodak M530 Street photography factors
Panasonic FX700 Street photography factors
47
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
low maximum ISO (1,000)
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Kodak M530 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic FX700 as a Sports photography camera
17
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,400s)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
43
has image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (14 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Kodak M530 Travel photography information
Panasonic FX700 Travel photography information
58
flash built-in
very good max aperture (f)
missing Timelapse function
low MP (12MP)
does not have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not great (36mm)
64
good MP (14MP)
built-in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
does not have Timelapse function
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak M530 Landscape photography highlights
Panasonic FX700 Landscape photography highlights
27
very good max aperture (f)
no manual focus
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (36mm)
small screen (2.7")
manual exposure not possible
lack of image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (1,000)
does not have RAW files
missing Timelapse function
48
manual focus
fairly wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (14 megapixels)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.2)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak M530 Vlogging details
Panasonic FX700 Vlogging details
25
very good max aperture (f)
wide angle not great (36mm)
does not have selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 pxls)
missing microphone port
33
fairly wide (24mm)
touchscreen enabled
has image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.2)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
does not have microphone socket
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Kodak M530 vs Panasonic FX700 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak M530 and Panasonic FX700
 Kodak EasyShare M530Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700
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