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Kodak M530 vs Samsung EX2F

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
Kodak EasyShare M530 front
 
Samsung EX2F front
Portability
90
Imaging
37
Features
62
Overall
47

Kodak M530 vs Samsung EX2F Key Specs

Kodak M530
(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
Samsung EX2F
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-80mm (F1.4-2.7) lens
  • 294g - 112 x 62 x 29mm
  • Revealed December 2012
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Kodak M530 vs Samsung EX2F Overview

The following is a extensive analysis of the Kodak M530 versus Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Kodak and Samsung. The resolution of the M530 (12MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is relatively similar but the M530 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") offer different sensor sizing.

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The M530 was revealed 3 years earlier than the EX2F which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the M530 scores against the EX2F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Kodak M530 over the Samsung EX2F

 M530 EX2F 
Screen resolution230k0kCrisper screen (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung EX2F over the Kodak M530

 EX2F M530 
RevealedDecember 2012January 2010Newer by 35 months
Manual focus Dial accurate focus
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Selfie screen Take selfies

Common features in the Kodak M530 and Samsung EX2F

 M530 EX2F 
Touch screen Neither offers Touch screen

Kodak M530 vs Samsung EX2F Physical Comparison

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and size. The Kodak M530 offers physical dimensions of 94mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Samsung EX2F has specifications of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Contrast the Kodak M530 versus Samsung EX2F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the M530 compared to the EX2F.

Kodak M530 vs Samsung EX2F size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M530 and EX2F is 95 and 90 respectively.

Kodak M530 vs Samsung EX2F top view buttons comparison

Kodak M530 vs Samsung EX2F Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over technical specs. The image here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M530 and EX2F.

As you have seen, both of those cameras feature the identical megapixel count albeit different sensor dimensions. The M530 contains the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving shallow depth of field trickier. The more aged M530 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Kodak M530 vs Samsung EX2F sensor size comparison

Kodak M530 vs Samsung EX2F Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak M530 vs Samsung EX2F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak M530 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung EX2F as a Portrait photography camera
21
lack of manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
42
focusing manually
delivers RAW files
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/1.7")
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Street Comparison

Kodak M530 as a Street photography camera
Samsung EX2F as a Street photography camera
47
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
low max ISO (1,000)
68
screen articulates
built in image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW files
sensor size is small (1/1.7")
heavier than others (294 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Kodak M530 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung EX2F as a Sports photography camera
17
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,400s)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
31
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/1.7")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Kodak M530 Travel photography factors
Samsung EX2F Travel photography factors
58
flash built-in
good maximum aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse function
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
66
has built in flash
display is selfie friendly
relatively wide (24mm)
very good maximum aperture (f1.4)
no Time Lapse function
heavier than others (294g)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak M530 Landscape photography features
Samsung EX2F Landscape photography features
27
good maximum aperture (f)
lack of manual focus
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
screen is small (2.7")
no manual control
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
low max ISO (1,000)
does not have RAW format
does not have Time Lapse function
53
focusing manually
relatively wide (24mm)
very good maximum aperture (f1.4)
screen size is good (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW files
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/1.7")
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Kodak M530
Vlogging with Samsung EX2F
25
good maximum aperture (f)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 resolution)
does not have external mic jack
71
relatively wide (24mm)
very good maximum aperture (f1.4)
display is selfie friendly
built in image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
no mic port
heavier than others (294 grams)
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Kodak M530 vs Samsung EX2F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak M530 and Samsung EX2F
 Kodak EasyShare M530Samsung EX2F
General Information
Manufacturer Kodak Samsung
Model Kodak EasyShare M530 Samsung EX2F
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2010-01-05 2012-12-18
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/1.7"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 7.44 x 5.58mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 41.5mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1000 3200
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 36-108mm (3.0x) 24-80mm (3.3x)
Largest aperture - f/1.4-2.7
Macro focus range 10cm -
Crop factor 5.8 4.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Display diagonal 2.7" 3"
Resolution of display 230 thousand dot 0 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display technology - AMOLED
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic (optional)
Features
Minimum shutter speed 1/8 secs -
Fastest shutter speed 1/1400 secs -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 4.00 m -
Flash options Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080
Max video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG H.264
Mic jack
Headphone jack
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 seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 150 grams (0.33 pounds) 294 grams (0.65 pounds)
Physical dimensions 94 x 57 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 112 x 62 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 48
DXO Color Depth score not tested 20.0
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 11.5
DXO Low light score not tested 209
Other
Battery model KLIC-7006 SLB-10A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Pricing at release $110 $478