Kodak M530 vs Panasonic TS1
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35 Features
14 Overall
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93 Imaging
34 Features
24 Overall
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Kodak M530 vs Panasonic TS1 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
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 189g - 98 x 63 x 23mm
- Introduced January 2009
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT1
- Refreshed by Panasonic TS2

Kodak M530 vs Panasonic TS1 Overview
Below is a in depth analysis of the Kodak M530 and Panasonic TS1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by companies Kodak and Panasonic. The image resolution of the M530 (12MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is very well matched and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The M530 was revealed 12 months later than the TS1 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the M530 scores vs the TS1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Kodak M530 vs Panasonic TS1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare M530 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak M530 Gallery & Panasonic TS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M530 over the Panasonic TS1
M530 | TS1 | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Kodak M530
TS1 | M530 |
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Common features in the Kodak M530 and Panasonic TS1
M530 | TS1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical display sizing |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Kodak M530 vs Panasonic TS1 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Kodak M530 enjoys outer 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 Panasonic TS1 has sizing of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).
Compare the Kodak M530 and Panasonic TS1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the M530 and the TS1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the M530 and TS1 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Kodak M530 vs Panasonic TS1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M530 and TS1.
As you can see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution so you can expect similar quality of photographs although you have to consider the age of the products into consideration. The fresher M530 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

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Kodak M530 vs Panasonic TS1 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M530 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M530 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2010-01-05 | 2009-01-27 |
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 | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1000 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/8 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
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 | 150 gr (0.33 lbs) | 189 gr (0.42 lbs) |
Dimensions | 94 x 57 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" 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 (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $110 | $380 |