Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Pentax X90

Let's examine more in depth at the Canon ELPH 530 HS and Pentax X90, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 530 HS (10MP) and the X90 (12MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 530 HS was introduced 20 months later than the X90 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon ELPH 530 HS being a Compact camera and the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short summary of how the ELPH 530 HS grades versus the X90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS and Pentax X90. The whole galleries are available at Canon ELPH 530 HS Gallery and Pentax X90 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 530 HS comes with 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) while the Pentax X90 has specifications of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Check the Canon ELPH 530 HS and Pentax X90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the ELPH 530 HS vs the X90.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 530 HS and X90 is 95 and 69 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements just by looking through specifications. The graphic underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 530 HS and X90.

Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Pentax X90 to result in extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The fresher ELPH 530 HS provides an advantage in sensor tech.