Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Samsung WB250F

Lets examine more closely at the Canon ELPH 530 HS and Samsung WB250F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 530 HS (10MP) and WB250F (14MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 530 HS was introduced 11 months before the WB250F which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the ELPH 530 HS grades vs the WB250F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS and Samsung WB250F. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 530 HS Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 530 HS enjoys outside dimensions of 86mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Samsung WB250F has proportions of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Compare the Canon ELPH 530 HS and Samsung WB250F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the ELPH 530 HS versus the WB250F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 530 HS and WB250F is 95 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing technical specs. The pic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 530 HS and WB250F.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Samsung WB250F to offer you extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged ELPH 530 HS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.