Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Panasonic ZS1

Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon ELPH 530 HS versus Panasonic ZS1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the ELPH 530 HS (10MP) and the ZS1 (10MP) is relatively well matched but the ELPH 530 HS (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The ELPH 530 HS was brought out 2 years later than the ZS1 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summation of how the ELPH 530 HS grades against the ZS1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 530 HS features external measurements of 86mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS1 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the ELPH 530 HS compared to the ZS1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 530 HS and ZS1 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 530 HS and ZS1.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have got the exact same resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The ELPH 530 HS has the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh simpler. The newer ELPH 530 HS provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.