Kodak M530 vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Kodak M530 vs Ricoh WG-M1 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
- Introduced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 1.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
- 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
- Revealed September 2014

Kodak M530 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview
Here is a extensive assessment of the Kodak M530 vs Ricoh WG-M1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Kodak and Ricoh. The resolution of the M530 (12MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is very similar and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The M530 was revealed 5 years before the WG-M1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a quick summation of how the M530 matches up against the WG-M1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Kodak M530 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare M530 and Ricoh WG-M1. The full galleries are provided at Kodak M530 Gallery and Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M530 over the Ricoh WG-M1
M530 | WG-M1 | |||
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Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 1.5" | Larger display (+1.2") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Crisper display (+115k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Kodak M530
WG-M1 | M530 | |||
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Revealed | September 2014 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 57 months |
Common features in the Kodak M530 and Ricoh WG-M1
M530 | WG-M1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Kodak M530 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M530 has got exterior measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-M1 has dimensions of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Examine the Kodak M530 vs Ricoh WG-M1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the M530 versus the WG-M1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the M530 and WG-M1 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Kodak M530 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
Often, its hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over specs. The visual below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the M530 and WG-M1.
All in all, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-M1 to offer you extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older M530 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

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Kodak M530 vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M530 | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Kodak | Ricoh |
Model | Kodak EasyShare M530 | Ricoh WG-M1 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2010-01-05 | 2014-09-12 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1000 | 800 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | (1×) |
Max aperture | - | f/2.8 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 1.5" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 115k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/8 seconds | - |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
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 | 150g (0.33 lbs) | 190g (0.42 lbs) |
Dimensions | 94 x 57 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") |
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 | - | 350 images |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | KLIC-7006 | DB-65 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $110 | $2,000 |