Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Canon SX130 IS

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Canon ELPH 530 HS versus Canon SX130 IS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both created by Canon. The resolution of the ELPH 530 HS (10MP) and the SX130 IS (12MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 530 HS was brought out 18 months later than the SX130 IS which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the ELPH 530 HS scores against the SX130 IS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS & Canon PowerShot SX130 IS. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 530 HS Gallery & Canon SX130 IS Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 530 HS features physical measurements of 86mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Canon SX130 IS has dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") with a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the ELPH 530 HS against the SX130 IS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 530 HS and SX130 IS is 95 and 85 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph below will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 530 HS and SX130 IS.

Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Canon SX130 IS to give greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher ELPH 530 HS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.