Kodak M530 vs Pentax RZ10

Here is a thorough review of the Kodak M530 vs Pentax RZ10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Kodak and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the M530 (12MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The M530 was revealed 18 months earlier than the RZ10 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the M530 matches up versus the RZ10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare M530 and Pentax Optio RZ10. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak M530 Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Kodak M530 has outside dimensions of 94mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Pentax RZ10 has proportions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the M530 and the RZ10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M530 and RZ10 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at specifications. The visual here will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the M530 and RZ10.

To sum up, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Pentax RZ10 to give extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The older M530 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.