Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Panasonic FH25
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Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Panasonic FH25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 163g - 86 x 54 x 20mm
- Introduced February 2012
- Other Name is IXUS 510 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 99 x 57 x 28mm
- Announced January 2011
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FS35

Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Panasonic FH25 Overview
Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Canon ELPH 530 HS and Panasonic FH25, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the ELPH 530 HS (10MP) and FH25 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The ELPH 530 HS was revealed 14 months after the FH25 making them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the ELPH 530 HS matches up vs the FH25 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Panasonic FH25 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25. The full galleries are available at Canon ELPH 530 HS Gallery and Panasonic FH25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 530 HS over the Panasonic FH25
ELPH 530 HS | FH25 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 14 months |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH25 over the Canon ELPH 530 HS
FH25 | ELPH 530 HS |
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Common features in the Canon ELPH 530 HS and Panasonic FH25
ELPH 530 HS | FH25 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Panasonic FH25 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 530 HS offers outer measurements 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 Panasonic FH25 has measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Contrast the Canon ELPH 530 HS and Panasonic FH25 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the ELPH 530 HS and the FH25.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 530 HS and FH25 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Panasonic FH25 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes only by going through technical specs. The pic here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 530 HS and FH25.
As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic FH25 to produce greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively. The more modern ELPH 530 HS provides an edge in sensor tech.

Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Panasonic FH25 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Panasonic FH25 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 |
Also called | IXUS 510 HS | Lumix DMC-FS35 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-02-07 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 5 | Venus Engine VI |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.2 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | PureColor II Touch TFT LCD | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 2.50 m | 5.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1280 x 720p (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 163 grams (0.36 lbs) | 159 grams (0.35 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 86 x 54 x 20mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 190 shots | 250 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-9L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $250 | $180 |