Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Olympus TG-610

Here, we will be comparing the Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Olympus TG-610, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Olympus. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 530 HS (10MP) and TG-610 (14MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 530 HS was manufactured 14 months after the TG-610 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the ELPH 530 HS scores vs the TG-610 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS & Olympus TG-610. The entire galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 530 HS Gallery & Olympus TG-610 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 530 HS comes with 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) and the Olympus TG-610 has measurements of 96mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 530 HS and the TG-610.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 530 HS and TG-610 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by looking through technical specs. The picture below should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 530 HS and TG-610.

As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Olympus TG-610 to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher ELPH 530 HS is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.