Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Panasonic TS1

Here, we will be evaluating the Canon ELPH 530 HS and Panasonic TS1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 530 HS (10MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 530 HS was revealed 3 years after the TS1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the ELPH 530 HS matches up against the TS1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The full galleries are available at Canon ELPH 530 HS Gallery and Panasonic TS1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you need to consider its weight and size. 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 TS1 has specifications of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

Examine the Canon ELPH 530 HS and Panasonic TS1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the ELPH 530 HS vs the TS1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 530 HS and TS1 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through specs. The pic here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 530 HS and TS1.

All in all, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Panasonic TS1 to provide extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer ELPH 530 HS is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.