Kodak M530 vs Panasonic ZS7

Following is a in-depth assessment of the Kodak M530 and Panasonic ZS7, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Kodak and Panasonic. The image resolution of the M530 (12MP) and the ZS7 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The M530 was released 18 months before the ZS7 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the M530 scores versus the ZS7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare M530 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The complete galleries are available at Kodak M530 Gallery and Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M530 has got outer measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS7 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Analyze the Kodak M530 and Panasonic ZS7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the M530 against the ZS7.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the M530 and ZS7 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The pic here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the M530 and ZS7.

Clearly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you would want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged M530 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.