Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Samsung WB35F
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Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Samsung WB35F 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
- Launched February 2012
- Also Known as IXUS 510 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 194g - 101 x 61 x 28mm
- Released January 2014

Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Samsung WB35F Overview
Following is a in depth analysis of the Canon ELPH 530 HS versus Samsung WB35F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the ELPH 530 HS (10MP) and WB35F (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The ELPH 530 HS was launched 23 months prior to the WB35F making them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the ELPH 530 HS grades vs the WB35F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Samsung WB35F Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS & Samsung WB35F. The complete galleries are available at Canon ELPH 530 HS Gallery & Samsung WB35F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 530 HS over the Samsung WB35F
ELPH 530 HS | WB35F | |||
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Display size | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB35F over the Canon ELPH 530 HS
WB35F | ELPH 530 HS | |||
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Released | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2012 | More modern by 23 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 530 HS and Samsung WB35F
ELPH 530 HS | WB35F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Samsung WB35F Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 530 HS comes with outer measurements of 86mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB35F has sizing of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
See the Canon ELPH 530 HS versus Samsung WB35F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the ELPH 530 HS vs the WB35F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 530 HS and WB35F is 95 and 93 respectively.

Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Samsung WB35F Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at technical specs. The image here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 530 HS and WB35F.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Samsung WB35F to give you more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged ELPH 530 HS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Samsung WB35F Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Samsung WB35F Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS | Samsung WB35F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS | Samsung WB35F |
Also Known as | IXUS 510 HS | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-02-07 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 5 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.2 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | PureColor II Touch TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 163 gr (0.36 pounds) | 194 gr (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 86 x 54 x 20mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 101 x 61 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" 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 | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-9L | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $250 | $130 |