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Kodak M530 vs Pentax WG-10

Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
14
Overall
26
Kodak EasyShare M530 front
 
Pentax WG-10 front
Portability
93
Imaging
38
Features
34
Overall
36

Kodak M530 vs Pentax WG-10 Key Specs

Kodak M530
(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
  • Launched January 2010
Pentax WG-10
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
  • Launched June 2013
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Kodak M530 vs Pentax WG-10 Overview

Here, we will be analyzing the Kodak M530 versus Pentax WG-10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Kodak and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the M530 (12MP) and the WG-10 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The M530 was manufactured 4 years before the WG-10 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the M530 matches up vs the WG-10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Photography Glossary

        

Reasons to pick Kodak M530 over the Pentax WG-10

 M530 WG-10 

Reasons to pick Pentax WG-10 over the Kodak M530

 WG-10 M530 
LaunchedJune 2013January 2010Fresher by 42 months
Manually focus Dial exact focusing

Common features in the Kodak M530 and Pentax WG-10

 M530 WG-10 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.7"2.7"Same screen sizing
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch screen Absent Touch screen

Kodak M530 vs Pentax WG-10 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Kodak M530 has 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) and the Pentax WG-10 has proportions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak M530 versus Pentax WG-10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the M530 vs the WG-10.

Kodak M530 vs Pentax WG-10 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the M530 and WG-10 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Kodak M530 vs Pentax WG-10 top view buttons comparison

Kodak M530 vs Pentax WG-10 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the M530 and WG-10.

As you can tell, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Pentax WG-10 to deliver greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older M530 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Kodak M530 vs Pentax WG-10 sensor size comparison

Kodak M530 vs Pentax WG-10 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak M530 vs Pentax WG-10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak M530 as a Portrait photography camera
Pentax WG-10 as a Portrait photography camera
20
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
39
focusing manually
decent megapixels (14MP)
features face detect focusing
no manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Kodak M530
Street photography with Pentax WG-10
47
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
low max ISO (1,000)
62
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proofing
screen is fixed
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Kodak M530 Sports photography details
Pentax WG-10 Sports photography details
17
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
44
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (14MP)
features tracking focus
weather proofing
slow continuous shooting (0.7 frames/s)
no shutter priority
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Kodak M530 as a Travel photography camera
Pentax WG-10 as a Travel photography camera
58
has built in flash
fast max aperture (f)
no Timelapse mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
wide angle not good (36mm)
71
weather proofing
decent megapixels (14MP)
flash built-in
pretty wide (28mm)
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak M530 as a Landscape photography camera
Pentax WG-10 as a Landscape photography camera
27
fast max aperture (f)
lack of manual focus
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (36mm)
small screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
lack of image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
low max ISO (1,000)
doesn't have RAW files
no Timelapse mode
47
focusing manually
pretty wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (14MP)
weather proofing
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
no manual mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak M530 as a Vlogging camera
Pentax WG-10 as a Vlogging camera
25
fast max aperture (f)
wide angle not good (36mm)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 pixels)
no microphone socket
30
pretty wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features face detect focusing
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of microphone support
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Kodak M530 vs Pentax WG-10 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak M530 and Pentax WG-10
 Kodak EasyShare M530Pentax WG-10
General Information
Brand Kodak Pentax
Model type Kodak EasyShare M530 Pentax WG-10
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Launched 2010-01-05 2013-06-21
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
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 12 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4288 x 3216
Max native ISO 1000 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 125
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-108mm (3.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture - f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing range 10cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen tech - Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 1/8 secs 4 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/1400 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter rate - 0.7 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 4.00 m 1.20 m
Flash options Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 150g (0.33 pounds) 167g (0.37 pounds)
Physical dimensions 94 x 57 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 260 pictures
Battery style - Battery Pack
Battery ID KLIC-7006 D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at release $110 $0