Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the ELPH 530 HS (10MP) and Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 530 HS was announced 6 months earlier than the Galaxy Camera 4G so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the ELPH 530 HS matches up versus the Galaxy Camera 4G when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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If you're planning to carry your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 530 HS enjoys external dimensions of 86mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the ELPH 530 HS versus the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 530 HS and Galaxy Camera 4G is 95 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The photograph below will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 530 HS and Galaxy Camera 4G.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to provide you with greater detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures far more aggressively.