Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Panasonic ZR1
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Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Panasonic ZR1 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
- Launched February 2012
- Also Known as IXUS 510 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 158g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Launched July 2009
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-ZX1

Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Panasonic ZR1 Overview
Here is a extended analysis of the Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Panasonic ZR1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 530 HS (10MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The ELPH 530 HS was launched 2 years later than the ZR1 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the ELPH 530 HS scores versus the ZR1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Panasonic ZR1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The complete galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 530 HS Gallery & Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 530 HS over the Panasonic ZR1
ELPH 530 HS | ZR1 | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | July 2009 | Fresher by 31 months |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Canon ELPH 530 HS
ZR1 | ELPH 530 HS |
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Common features in the Canon ELPH 530 HS and Panasonic ZR1
ELPH 530 HS | ZR1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Panasonic ZR1 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 530 HS comes with external dimensions of 86mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZR1 has measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).
Analyze the Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Panasonic ZR1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the ELPH 530 HS versus the ZR1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 530 HS and ZR1 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Panasonic ZR1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing a spec sheet. The visual here may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 530 HS and ZR1.
As you can see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Panasonic ZR1 to result in greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer ELPH 530 HS will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Panasonic ZR1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Panasonic ZR1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 |
Also referred to as | IXUS 510 HS | Lumix DMC-ZX1 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-02-07 | 2009-07-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 5 | Venus Engine V |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | PureColor II Touch TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.50 m | 5.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 163g (0.36 pounds) | 158g (0.35 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 86 x 54 x 20mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-9L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $250 | $280 |