Kodak M530 vs Sony W710
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Kodak M530 vs Sony W710 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
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 114g - 97 x 55 x 20mm
- Released January 2013

Kodak M530 vs Sony W710 Overview
In this article, we are analyzing the Kodak M530 vs Sony W710, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Kodak and Sony. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the M530 (12MP) and W710 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The M530 was unveiled 4 years prior to the W710 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise overview of how the M530 scores vs the W710 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Kodak M530 vs Sony W710 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare M530 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The full galleries are provided at Kodak M530 Gallery and Sony W710 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M530 over the Sony W710
M530 | W710 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W710 over the Kodak M530
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 36 months |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Kodak M530 and Sony W710
M530 | W710 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Kodak M530 vs Sony W710 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Kodak M530 comes with exterior 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) and the Sony W710 has proportions of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Examine the Kodak M530 vs Sony W710 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the M530 compared to the W710.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M530 and W710 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Kodak M530 vs Sony W710 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by checking out technical specs. The pic below will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the M530 and W710.
As you can tell, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony W710 to produce more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged M530 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Kodak M530 vs Sony W710 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak M530 vs Sony W710 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M530 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Kodak | Sony |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M530 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-01-05 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1000 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/8 secs | 2 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 2.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 150 gr (0.33 lb) | 114 gr (0.25 lb) |
Dimensions | 94 x 57 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 97 x 55 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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 | - | 240 photos |
Battery type | - | 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 recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $110 | $90 |