Kodak M530 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS
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Kodak M530 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1000
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-108mm (F) lens
- 150g - 94 x 57 x 23mm
- Introduced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 198g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Introduced February 2012

Kodak M530 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Kodak M530 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Kodak and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the M530 (12MP) and WG-2 GPS (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The M530 was introduced 3 years before the WG-2 GPS which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the M530 scores vs the WG-2 GPS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Kodak M530 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M530 and Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The whole galleries are viewable at Kodak M530 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M530 over the Pentax WG-2 GPS
M530 | WG-2 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the Kodak M530
WG-2 GPS | M530 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 25 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak M530 and Pentax WG-2 GPS
M530 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Kodak M530 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Kodak M530 enjoys outer measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 GPS has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
See the Kodak M530 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the M530 vs the WG-2 GPS.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the M530 and WG-2 GPS is 95 and 91 respectively.

Kodak M530 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions just by checking out specs. The image here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the M530 and WG-2 GPS.
All in all, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Pentax WG-2 GPS to produce greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged M530 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Kodak M530 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak M530 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M530 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Kodak | Pentax |
Model | Kodak EasyShare M530 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2010-01-05 | 2012-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1000 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/8 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 5.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 150g (0.33 pounds) | 198g (0.44 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 57 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | KLIC-7006 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $110 | $300 |