Kodak M530 vs Sony W690
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Kodak M530 vs Sony W690 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
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 142g - 94 x 56 x 22mm
- Launched February 2012

Kodak M530 vs Sony W690 Overview
In this article, we are reviewing the Kodak M530 vs Sony W690, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Kodak and Sony. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the M530 (12MP) and W690 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The M530 was brought out 3 years earlier than the W690 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the M530 scores vs the W690 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak M530 vs Sony W690 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare M530 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak M530 Gallery & Sony W690 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M530 over the Sony W690
M530 | W690 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W690 over the Kodak M530
W690 | M530 | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 26 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Kodak M530 and Sony W690
M530 | W690 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Kodak M530 vs Sony W690 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Kodak M530 provides outside dimensions of 94mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Sony W690 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
See the Kodak M530 vs Sony W690 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the M530 vs the W690.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the M530 and W690 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Kodak M530 vs Sony W690 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M530 and W690.
All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony W690 to render greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged M530 will be behind in sensor innovation.

Kodak M530 vs Sony W690 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak M530 vs Sony W690 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M530 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Sony |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M530 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-01-05 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1000 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/8 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 3.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
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 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 150 gr (0.33 lb) | 142 gr (0.31 lb) |
Dimensions | 94 x 57 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 94 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 photos |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | KLIC-7006 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $110 | $297 |