Kodak M530 vs Samsung HZ15W
95 Imaging
34 Features
14 Overall
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90 Imaging
34 Features
31 Overall
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Kodak M530 vs Samsung HZ15W 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
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Launched February 2009
- Additionally referred to as WB550
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Let's examine more in depth at the Kodak M530 and Samsung HZ15W, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Kodak and Samsung. The resolution of the M530 (12MP) and the HZ15W (12MP) is relatively close and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe M530 was announced 11 months after the HZ15W and they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the M530 scores versus the HZ15W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M530 & Samsung HZ15W. The whole galleries are available at Kodak M530 Gallery & Samsung HZ15W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M530 over the Samsung HZ15W
| M530 | HZ15W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2010 | February 2009 | Newer by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ15W over the Kodak M530
| HZ15W | M530 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually | More precise focus | |||
| Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
| Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak M530 and Samsung HZ15W
| M530 | HZ15W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
| Touch screen | Neither provides Touch screen |
Kodak M530 vs Samsung HZ15W Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Kodak M530 provides external measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Samsung HZ15W has sizing of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the M530 vs the HZ15W.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M530 and HZ15W is 95 and 90 respectively.
Kodak M530 vs Samsung HZ15W Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specifications. The image underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the M530 and HZ15W.
Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution and you can expect comparable quality of images but you have to consider the age of the cameras into account. The younger M530 should have an advantage in sensor tech.
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Kodak M530 vs Samsung HZ15W Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare M530 | Samsung HZ15W | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Kodak | Samsung |
| Model | Kodak EasyShare M530 | Samsung HZ15W |
| Alternative name | - | WB550 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2010-01-05 | 2009-02-23 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 1000 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
| Highest aperture | - | f/3.3-5.8 |
| Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| 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 exposure | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.00 m | 4.70 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 150 gr (0.33 lbs) | 249 gr (0.55 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 94 x 57 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
| 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 model | KLIC-7006 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail price | $110 | $330 |