Kodak M530 vs Samsung DV300F
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Kodak M530 vs Samsung DV300F 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 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 133g - 95 x 57 x 18mm
- Launched January 2012

Kodak M530 vs Samsung DV300F Overview
Below, we will be looking at the Kodak M530 vs Samsung DV300F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Samsung. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the M530 (12MP) and DV300F (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The M530 was brought out 24 months prior to the DV300F which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the M530 matches up versus the DV300F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak M530 vs Samsung DV300F Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M530 & Samsung DV300F. The entire galleries are available at Kodak M530 Gallery & Samsung DV300F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M530 over the Samsung DV300F
M530 | DV300F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Kodak M530
DV300F | M530 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 24 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak M530 and Samsung DV300F
M530 | DV300F | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Kodak M530 vs Samsung DV300F Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M530 provides physical 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 Samsung DV300F has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Look at the Kodak M530 vs Samsung DV300F in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the M530 vs the DV300F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the M530 and DV300F is 95 and 96 respectively.

Kodak M530 vs Samsung DV300F Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by checking out specs. The pic underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M530 and DV300F.
All in all, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Samsung DV300F to provide more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged M530 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Kodak M530 vs Samsung DV300F Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak M530 vs Samsung DV300F Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M530 | Samsung DV300F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Samsung |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M530 | Samsung DV300F |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-01-05 | 2012-01-02 |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1000 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/8 seconds | 16 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 4.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone 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 | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 150g (0.33 lb) | 133g (0.29 lb) |
Dimensions | 94 x 57 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 ID | KLIC-7006 | BP88 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $110 | $200 |