Kodak M530 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
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Kodak M530 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G 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
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Released August 2012

Kodak M530 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview
Below is a detailed assessment of the Kodak M530 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Kodak and Samsung. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the M530 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The M530 was launched 3 years prior to the Galaxy Camera 3G and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the M530 grades against the Galaxy Camera 3G when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Kodak M530 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare M530 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The complete galleries are provided at Kodak M530 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M530 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
M530 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Kodak M530
Galaxy Camera 3G | M530 | |||
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Released | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 32 months |
Display sizing | 4.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+2.1") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Kodak M530 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
M530 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Kodak M530 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M530 offers external 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 Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Compare the Kodak M530 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the M530 and the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M530 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 95 and 90 respectively.

Kodak M530 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specs. The photograph here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the M530 and Galaxy Camera 3G.
All in all, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The older M530 is going to be behind in sensor technology.

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Kodak M530 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M530 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Kodak | Samsung |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M530 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-01-05 | 2012-08-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
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 alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | - |
Highest native ISO | 1000 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 4.8" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 0k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/8s | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 150g (0.33 pounds) | 305g (0.67 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 57 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
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 ID | KLIC-7006 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $110 | $606 |