Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Pentax W90
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Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Pentax W90 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
- Announced February 2012
- Additionally Known as IXUS 510 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 108 x 59 x 25mm
- Revealed February 2010

Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Pentax W90 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Pentax W90, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 530 HS (10MP) and the W90 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The ELPH 530 HS was announced 24 months after the W90 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the ELPH 530 HS matches up against the W90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Pentax W90 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS and Pentax Optio W90. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 530 HS Gallery and Pentax W90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 530 HS over the Pentax W90
ELPH 530 HS | W90 | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 24 months |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax W90 over the Canon ELPH 530 HS
W90 | ELPH 530 HS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 530 HS and Pentax W90
ELPH 530 HS | W90 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Pentax W90 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 530 HS offers physical measurements of 86mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Pentax W90 has sizing of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Examine the Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Pentax W90 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the ELPH 530 HS vs the W90.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 530 HS and W90 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Pentax W90 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by researching specs. The image here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 530 HS and W90.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Pentax W90 to result in extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher ELPH 530 HS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Pentax W90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Pentax W90 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS | Pentax Optio W90 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Pentax |
Model type | Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS | Pentax Optio W90 |
Also called as | IXUS 510 HS | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Announced | 2012-02-07 | 2010-02-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 5 | Prime |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.2" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | PureColor II Touch TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.50 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 163g (0.36 lb) | 164g (0.36 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 86 x 54 x 20mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 108 x 59 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" 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 | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-9L | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $250 | $120 |