Kodak M530 vs Panasonic TS30
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Kodak M530 vs Panasonic TS30 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
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Launched January 2015
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT30

Kodak M530 vs Panasonic TS30 Overview
In this write-up, we will be comparing the Kodak M530 versus Panasonic TS30, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Kodak and Panasonic. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the M530 (12MP) and TS30 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The M530 was unveiled 6 years earlier than the TS30 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the M530 grades vs the TS30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Kodak M530 vs Panasonic TS30 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M530 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The full galleries are available at Kodak M530 Gallery & Panasonic TS30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M530 over the Panasonic TS30
M530 | TS30 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS30 over the Kodak M530
TS30 | M530 | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 60 months |
Common features in the Kodak M530 and Panasonic TS30
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Kodak M530 vs Panasonic TS30 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Kodak M530 features external measurements 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 TS30 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Check the Kodak M530 versus Panasonic TS30 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the M530 vs the TS30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the M530 and TS30 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Kodak M530 vs Panasonic TS30 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor measurements purely by looking at a spec sheet. The visual underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the M530 and TS30.
As you can see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic TS30 to resolve more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older M530 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Kodak M530 vs Panasonic TS30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak M530 vs Panasonic TS30 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M530 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M530 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT30 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2010-01-05 | 2015-01-06 |
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 | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1000 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/8 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.3fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 4.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
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) | 142g (0.31 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 57 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 | - | 250 photos |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | KLIC-7006 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $110 | $180 |