Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Panasonic ZS50

In this article, we will be reviewing the Canon ELPH 530 HS and Panasonic ZS50, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the ELPH 530 HS (10MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is relatively close and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 530 HS was unveiled 3 years prior to the ZS50 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the ELPH 530 HS scores versus the ZS50 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The full galleries are available at Canon ELPH 530 HS Gallery and Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 530 HS has got physical measurements of 86mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS50 has sizing of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

Look at the Canon ELPH 530 HS and Panasonic ZS50 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the ELPH 530 HS compared to the ZS50.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 530 HS and ZS50 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by viewing technical specs. The visual underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 530 HS and ZS50.

As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic ZS50 to provide you with greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older ELPH 530 HS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.