Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Nikon S5100

Here is a in depth analysis of the Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Nikon S5100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the ELPH 530 HS (10MP) and the S5100 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 530 HS was brought out 18 months later than the S5100 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the ELPH 530 HS scores vs the S5100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS and Nikon Coolpix S5100. The entire galleries are available at Canon ELPH 530 HS Gallery and Nikon S5100 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 530 HS has external dimensions of 86mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Nikon S5100 has proportions of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 530 HS compared to the S5100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 530 HS and S5100 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing only by looking at technical specs. The graphic below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 530 HS and S5100.

As you can tell, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S5100 to resolve extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer ELPH 530 HS will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.