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Kodak M575 vs Sony W530

Portability
95
Imaging
36
Features
24
Overall
31
Kodak EasyShare M575 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
21
Overall
30

Kodak M575 vs Sony W530 Key Specs

Kodak M575
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1000
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F) lens
  • 152g - 99 x 58 x 19mm
  • Launched January 2010
Sony W530
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
  • 113g - 93 x 53 x 19mm
  • Released January 2011
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Kodak M575 vs Sony W530 Overview

Below, we will be comparing the Kodak M575 versus Sony W530, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Kodak and Sony. The sensor resolution of the M575 (14MP) and the W530 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The M575 was released 12 months prior to the W530 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the M575 scores vs the W530 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Kodak M575 over the Sony W530

 M575 W530 
Screen dimension3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Sony W530 over the Kodak M575

 W530 M575 
ReleasedJanuary 2011January 2010Fresher by 12 months

Common features in the Kodak M575 and Sony W530

 M575 W530 
Manual focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lacking Touch friendly screen

Kodak M575 vs Sony W530 Physical Comparison

In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M575 provides exterior measurements of 99mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony W530 has dimensions of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Compare the Kodak M575 versus Sony W530 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the M575 vs the W530.

Kodak M575 vs Sony W530 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M575 and W530 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Kodak M575 vs Sony W530 top view buttons comparison

Kodak M575 vs Sony W530 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by going through specs. The graphic below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the M575 and W530.

All in all, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of files though you should consider the release date of the cameras into account. The older M575 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Kodak M575 vs Sony W530 sensor size comparison

Kodak M575 vs Sony W530 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak M575 vs Sony W530 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak M575 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony W530 as a Portrait photography camera
28
resolution is good (14MP)
manual focus not available
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
28
good MP (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Kodak M575
Street photography with Sony W530
48
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
heavier than others (152g)
maximum ISO low (1,000)
48
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Kodak M575 Sports photography advice
Sony W530 Sports photography advice
26
resolution is good (14MP)
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
26
good MP (14MP)
max fps low (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Kodak M575 as a Travel photography camera
Sony W530 as a Travel photography camera
68
resolution is good (14MP)
flash built-in
relatively wide (28mm)
fast max aperture (f)
no Time Lapse function
heavier than others (152g)
does not offer selfie friendly display
65
good MP (14MP)
has built in flash
relatively wide (26mm)
no Timelapse function
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak M575 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony W530 as a Landscape photography camera
40
relatively wide (28mm)
fast max aperture (f)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
resolution is good (14MP)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
lack of manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (1,000)
has no RAW support
no Time Lapse function
33
relatively wide (26mm)
good MP (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Kodak M575
Vlogging with Sony W530
28
relatively wide (28mm)
fast max aperture (f)
does not offer selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no mic socket
heavier than others (152 grams)
26
relatively wide (26mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 pixels)
no microphone socket
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Kodak M575 vs Sony W530 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak M575 and Sony W530
 Kodak EasyShare M575Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530
General Information
Manufacturer Kodak Sony
Model type Kodak EasyShare M575 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2010-01-05 2011-01-06
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor - BIONZ
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 14MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4288 x 3216 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 1000 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 26-104mm (4.0x)
Highest aperture - f/2.7-5.7
Macro focusing distance 10cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display tech - Clear Photo LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 2s
Maximum shutter speed 1/1400s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting rate - 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 3.50 m
Flash options Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
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
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 152 grams (0.34 lb) 113 grams (0.25 lb)
Dimensions 99 x 58 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") 93 x 53 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7")
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 ID KLIC-7006 NP-BN1
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 Single Single
Retail cost $139 $269