Kodak M530 vs Pentax WS80
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95 Imaging
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Kodak M530 vs Pentax WS80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1000
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-108mm (F) lens
- 150g - 94 x 57 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.8-4.7) lens
- 125g - 92 x 60 x 22mm
- Launched August 2009

Kodak M530 vs Pentax WS80 Overview
Below is a complete overview of the Kodak M530 vs Pentax WS80, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Kodak and Pentax. The image resolution of the M530 (12MP) and the WS80 (10MP) is fairly well matched and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The M530 was introduced 6 months later than the WS80 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise summary of how the M530 grades against the WS80 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Kodak M530 vs Pentax WS80 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare M530 & Pentax Optio WS80. The whole galleries are available at Kodak M530 Gallery & Pentax WS80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M530 over the Pentax WS80
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Reasons to pick Pentax WS80 over the Kodak M530
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus |
Common features in the Kodak M530 and Pentax WS80
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Launched | January 2010 | ![]() | August 2009 | Similar age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch display |
Kodak M530 vs Pentax WS80 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Kodak M530 has got outside measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Pentax WS80 has specifications of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Check out the Kodak M530 vs Pentax WS80 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the M530 versus the WS80.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M530 and WS80 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Kodak M530 vs Pentax WS80 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements only by checking technical specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the M530 and WS80.
As you have seen, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can anticipate the Kodak M530 to give extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics much more aggressively.

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Kodak M530 vs Pentax WS80 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M530 | Pentax Optio WS80 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Pentax |
Model | Kodak EasyShare M530 | Pentax Optio WS80 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2010-01-05 | 2009-08-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1000 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.8-4.7 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 150g (0.33 pounds) | 125g (0.28 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 57 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 92 x 60 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
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 model | KLIC-7006 | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $110 | $220 |