Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Ricoh CX6
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![Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS front Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-530-HS/Canon-ELPH-530-HS-front.jpg)
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Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Ricoh CX6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 163g - 86 x 54 x 20mm
- Revealed February 2012
- Alternate Name is IXUS 510 HS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 201g - 104 x 59 x 29mm
- Introduced November 2011
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Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Ricoh CX6 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Canon ELPH 530 HS and Ricoh CX6, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 530 HS (10MP) and the CX6 (10MP) is very well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The ELPH 530 HS was launched 3 months after the CX6 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the ELPH 530 HS grades versus the CX6 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Ricoh CX6 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS & Ricoh CX6. The complete galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 530 HS Gallery & Ricoh CX6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 530 HS over the Ricoh CX6
ELPH 530 HS | CX6 | |||
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Display sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX6 over the Canon ELPH 530 HS
CX6 | ELPH 530 HS | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer display (+769k dot) |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 530 HS and Ricoh CX6
ELPH 530 HS | CX6 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | ![]() | November 2011 | Similar age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Ricoh CX6 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you need to think about its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 530 HS offers physical measurements of 86mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Ricoh CX6 has specifications of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon ELPH 530 HS and Ricoh CX6 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the ELPH 530 HS versus the CX6.
![Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Ricoh CX6 size comparison Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Ricoh CX6 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-530-HS-vs-Ricoh-CX6-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 530 HS and CX6 is 95 and 92 respectively.
![Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Ricoh CX6 top view buttons comparison Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Ricoh CX6 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-530-HS-vs-Ricoh-CX6-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Ricoh CX6 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions purely by checking a spec sheet. The pic here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 530 HS and CX6.
As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP so you can expect similar quality of pictures though you really should consider the age of the products into consideration.
![Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Ricoh CX6 sensor size comparison Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Ricoh CX6 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-530-HS-vs-Ricoh-CX6-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Ricoh CX6 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Ricoh CX6 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Ricoh CX6 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-530-HS-vs-Ricoh-CX6-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Ricoh CX6 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS | Ricoh CX6 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Ricoh |
Model type | Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS | Ricoh CX6 |
Otherwise known as | IXUS 510 HS | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-02-07 | 2011-11-15 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 5 | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 461k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | PureColor II Touch TFT LCD | Sony WhiteMagic VGA LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.50 m | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 163 gr (0.36 pounds) | 201 gr (0.44 pounds) |
Dimensions | 86 x 54 x 20mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 104 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-9L | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $250 | $595 |