Kodak M530 vs Samsung PL200

Below, we are reviewing the Kodak M530 vs Samsung PL200, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Kodak and Samsung. The image resolution of the M530 (12MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The M530 was announced 6 months earlier than the PL200 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the M530 matches up against the PL200 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare M530 & Samsung PL200. The whole galleries are available at Kodak M530 Gallery & Samsung PL200 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Kodak M530 provides outside measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Samsung PL200 has sizing of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the M530 versus the PL200.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M530 and PL200 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by checking specifications. The graphic here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the M530 and PL200.

Plainly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can anticipate the Samsung PL200 to resolve extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images much more aggressively.