Kodak M530 vs Sony W290

Here, we are reviewing the Kodak M530 versus Sony W290, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Sony. The sensor resolution of the M530 (12MP) and the W290 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The M530 was manufactured 11 months after the W290 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the M530 scores versus the W290 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare M530 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak M530 Gallery & Sony W290 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Kodak M530 features outside 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) while the Sony W290 has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the M530 compared to the W290.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the M530 and W290 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes purely by checking out specifications. The picture below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the M530 and W290.

To sum up, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of images however you will need to take the age of the cameras into account. The more modern M530 should have a benefit in sensor tech.