Kodak Easyshare M5370 vs Samsung HZ30W

Here, we will be looking at the Kodak Easyshare M5370 versus Samsung HZ30W, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Kodak and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the Easyshare M5370 (16MP) and HZ30W (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Easyshare M5370 was manufactured 21 months after the HZ30W which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Easyshare M5370 matches up against the HZ30W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak Easyshare M5370 and Samsung HZ30W. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak Easyshare M5370 Gallery and Samsung HZ30W Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Kodak Easyshare M5370 enjoys physical dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Samsung HZ30W has sizing of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Compare the Kodak Easyshare M5370 versus Samsung HZ30W in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the Easyshare M5370 and the HZ30W.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Easyshare M5370 and HZ30W is 95 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes purely by looking at specifications. The image underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Easyshare M5370 and HZ30W.

Plainly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Kodak Easyshare M5370 to give you greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Easyshare M5370 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.