Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Canon G12

Here, we will be evaluating the Canon ELPH 530 HS and Canon G12, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are created by Canon. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 530 HS (10MP) and the G12 (10MP) is relatively similar but the ELPH 530 HS (1/2.3") and G12 (1/1.7") boast different sensor sizes.

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The ELPH 530 HS was unveiled 13 months later than the G12 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a simple view of how the ELPH 530 HS scores versus the G12 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS and Canon PowerShot G12. The full galleries are available at Canon ELPH 530 HS Gallery and Canon G12 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 530 HS offers physical measurements of 86mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Canon G12 has proportions of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") having a weight of 401 grams (0.88 lbs).

Look at the Canon ELPH 530 HS and Canon G12 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the ELPH 530 HS against the G12.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 530 HS and G12 is 95 and 83 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements simply by going over technical specs. The visual below may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 530 HS and G12.

As you have seen, the two cameras come with the identical megapixel count albeit different sensor measurements. The ELPH 530 HS has the tinier sensor which should make obtaining shallower depth of field more challenging. The more modern ELPH 530 HS should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.