Kodak M530 vs Pentax MX-1

Below, we will be looking at the Kodak M530 and Pentax MX-1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Kodak and Pentax. The resolution of the M530 (12MP) and the MX-1 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the M530 (1/2.3") and MX-1 (1/1.7") possess different sensor size.

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The M530 was revealed 4 years prior to the MX-1 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the M530 scores vs the MX-1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M530 and Pentax MX-1. The full galleries are provided at Kodak M530 Gallery and Pentax MX-1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Kodak M530 offers outside 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 Pentax MX-1 has sizing of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the M530 compared to the MX-1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M530 and MX-1 is 95 and 84 respectively.

Normally, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing simply by going through a spec sheet. The visual below will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M530 and MX-1.

As you can see, both the cameras have got the exact same megapixels albeit different sensor sizing. The M530 offers the smaller sensor which will make achieving shallower depth of field trickier. The older M530 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.