Kodak M530 vs Ricoh WG-50
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Kodak M530 vs Ricoh WG-50 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
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Introduced May 2017
Kodak M530 vs Ricoh WG-50 Overview
Below is a detailed overview of the Kodak M530 vs Ricoh WG-50, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Kodak and Ricoh. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the M530 (12MP) and WG-50 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe M530 was introduced 8 years earlier than the WG-50 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the M530 grades vs the WG-50 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Kodak M530 vs Ricoh WG-50 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare M530 & Ricoh WG-50. The whole galleries are viewable at Kodak M530 Gallery & Ricoh WG-50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M530 over the Ricoh WG-50
M530 | WG-50 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-50 over the Kodak M530
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Introduced | May 2017 | January 2010 | More recent by 89 months | |
Manual focus | Dial accurate focus |
Common features in the Kodak M530 and Ricoh WG-50
M530 | WG-50 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display measurement | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Kodak M530 vs Ricoh WG-50 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Kodak M530 comes with outside dimensions of 94mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-50 has specifications of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Take a look at the Kodak M530 vs Ricoh WG-50 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the M530 compared to the WG-50.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M530 and WG-50 is 95 and 91 respectively.
Kodak M530 vs Ricoh WG-50 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements purely by viewing specs. The graphic below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the M530 and WG-50.
All in all, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can anticipate the Ricoh WG-50 to result in extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images way more aggressively. The older M530 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Kodak M530 vs Ricoh WG-50 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M530 | Ricoh WG-50 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Ricoh |
Model | Kodak EasyShare M530 | Ricoh WG-50 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2010-01-05 | 2017-05-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1000 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | On, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Yes (Wireless) |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 150 gr (0.33 lb) | 193 gr (0.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 57 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 123 x 62 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 | - | 300 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | KLIC-7006 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $110 | $280 |