Kodak M530 vs Panasonic ZS15

On this page, we will be reviewing the Kodak M530 vs Panasonic ZS15, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Kodak and Panasonic. The resolution of the M530 (12MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The M530 was launched 3 years earlier than the ZS15 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the M530 matches up versus the ZS15 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare M530 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The complete galleries are viewable at Kodak M530 Gallery & Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M530 has got outer dimensions of 94mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS15 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak M530 vs Panasonic ZS15 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the M530 versus the ZS15.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M530 and ZS15 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes purely by researching specs. The pic underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the M530 and ZS15.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photos though you have to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged M530 will be behind in sensor technology.