Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Olympus TG-5
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Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Olympus TG-5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 163g - 86 x 54 x 20mm
- Announced February 2012
- Other Name is IXUS 510 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 250g - 113 x 66 x 32mm
- Revealed May 2017
- Previous Model is Olympus TG-4
- Later Model is Olympus TG-6

Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Olympus TG-5 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Olympus TG-5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the ELPH 530 HS (10MP) and the TG-5 (12MP) is fairly close and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The ELPH 530 HS was introduced 6 years prior to the TG-5 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the ELPH 530 HS scores against the TG-5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Olympus TG-5 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS and Olympus Tough TG-5. The whole galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 530 HS Gallery and Olympus TG-5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 530 HS over the Olympus TG-5
ELPH 530 HS | TG-5 | |||
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Display dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+1k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-5 over the Canon ELPH 530 HS
TG-5 | ELPH 530 HS | |||
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Revealed | May 2017 | ![]() | February 2012 | Newer by 64 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 530 HS and Olympus TG-5
ELPH 530 HS | TG-5 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Olympus TG-5 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 530 HS provides exterior measurements of 86mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Olympus TG-5 has sizing of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Compare the Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Olympus TG-5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the ELPH 530 HS and the TG-5.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 530 HS and TG-5 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Olympus TG-5 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions purely by researching a spec sheet. The image here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 530 HS and TG-5.
As you can see, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Olympus TG-5 to provide you with more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged ELPH 530 HS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Olympus TG-5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Olympus TG-5 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS | Olympus Tough TG-5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Olympus |
Model type | Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS | Olympus Tough TG-5 |
Alternate name | IXUS 510 HS | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Announced | 2012-02-07 | 2017-05-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 5 | TruePic VIII |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | PureColor II Touch TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | 20.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, redeye slow sync, fill, manual, off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 163 gr (0.36 lbs) | 250 gr (0.55 lbs) |
Dimensions | 86 x 54 x 20mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 190 shots | 340 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-9L | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $250 | $449 |