Kodak M530 vs Sony HX80

Here, we will be evaluating the Kodak M530 vs Sony HX80, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Kodak and Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the M530 (12MP) and HX80 (18MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The M530 was released 7 years earlier than the HX80 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple overview of how the M530 grades versus the HX80 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare M530 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The complete galleries are available at Kodak M530 Gallery and Sony HX80 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Kodak M530 comes with physical 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) whilst the Sony HX80 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak M530 vs Sony HX80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the M530 versus the HX80.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the M530 and HX80 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by checking out specs. The photograph here may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the M530 and HX80.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony HX80 to produce greater detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older M530 will be behind in sensor technology.