Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Pentax WS80

Here, we are comparing the Canon ELPH 530 HS and Pentax WS80, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the ELPH 530 HS (10MP) and the WS80 (10MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 530 HS was introduced 2 years after the WS80 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the ELPH 530 HS scores versus the WS80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS and Pentax Optio WS80. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 530 HS Gallery and Pentax WS80 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 530 HS provides exterior dimensions of 86mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Pentax WS80 has specifications of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Analyze the Canon ELPH 530 HS and Pentax WS80 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 530 HS compared to the WS80.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 530 HS and WS80 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes simply by going through technical specs. The pic below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 530 HS and WS80.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you will want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The younger ELPH 530 HS is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.