Kodak M530 vs Panasonic ZS5

In this article, we will be analyzing the Kodak M530 vs Panasonic ZS5, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Kodak and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the M530 (12MP) and the ZS5 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The M530 was manufactured 5 months before the ZS5 and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the M530 matches up against the ZS5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare M530 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak M530 Gallery & Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Kodak M530 has physical dimensions of 94mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS5 has sizing of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the M530 and the ZS5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the M530 and ZS5 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specifications. The image here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the M530 and ZS5.

To sum up, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of images however you need to consider the age of the cameras into account.