Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Nikon L22

In this write-up, we are matching up the Canon ELPH 530 HS and Nikon L22, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the ELPH 530 HS (10MP) and the L22 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 530 HS was introduced 2 years later than the L22 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the ELPH 530 HS grades vs the L22 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS and Nikon Coolpix L22. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 530 HS Gallery and Nikon L22 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 530 HS provides exterior measurements of 86mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Nikon L22 has proportions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs).

Examine the Canon ELPH 530 HS and Nikon L22 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the ELPH 530 HS against the L22.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 530 HS and L22 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading through specs. The photograph underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 530 HS and L22.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon L22 to give you greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The fresher ELPH 530 HS should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.