Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Canon SX230 HS

Below, we will be comparing the Canon ELPH 530 HS versus Canon SX230 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both sold by Canon. The image resolution of the ELPH 530 HS (10MP) and the SX230 HS (12MP) is pretty well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 530 HS was manufactured 7 months after the SX230 HS so they are of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple summary of how the ELPH 530 HS grades versus the SX230 HS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS & Canon PowerShot SX230 HS. The entire galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 530 HS Gallery & Canon SX230 HS Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 530 HS features outer dimensions of 86mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Canon SX230 HS has proportions of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 530 HS compared to the SX230 HS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 530 HS and SX230 HS is 95 and 91 respectively.

Usually, its hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes only by checking technical specs. The image here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 530 HS and SX230 HS.

As you have seen, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can expect the Canon SX230 HS to resolve more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more recent ELPH 530 HS should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.