Kodak M530 vs Samsung HZ30W
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Kodak M530 vs Samsung HZ30W 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
- Announced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Alternative Name is WB600
Kodak M530 vs Samsung HZ30W Overview
Below is a in-depth assessment of the Kodak M530 and Samsung HZ30W, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Kodak and Samsung. The image resolution of the M530 (12MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's DominanceThe M530 was revealed very close to the HZ30W so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a short summary of how the M530 grades vs the HZ30W with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Kodak M530 vs Samsung HZ30W Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare M530 & Samsung HZ30W. The full galleries are available at Kodak M530 Gallery & Samsung HZ30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M530 over the Samsung HZ30W
M530 | HZ30W |
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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Kodak M530
HZ30W | M530 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focus | |||
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Kodak M530 and Samsung HZ30W
M530 | HZ30W | |||
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Revealed | January 2010 | January 2010 | Same age | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Kodak M530 vs Samsung HZ30W Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Kodak M530 has got external 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 HZ30W has measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Take a look at the Kodak M530 and Samsung HZ30W in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the M530 and the HZ30W.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the M530 and HZ30W is 95 and 91 respectively.
Kodak M530 vs Samsung HZ30W Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the M530 and HZ30W.
Clearly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution so you can expect comparable quality of images although you would want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account.
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Kodak M530 vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M530 | Samsung HZ30W | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Samsung |
Model | Kodak EasyShare M530 | Samsung HZ30W |
Also called as | - | WB600 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-01-05 | 2010-01-19 |
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 | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1000 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/8 secs | 16 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 150g (0.33 pounds) | 245g (0.54 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 57 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $110 | $280 |