Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Sony S930
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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)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S930/Sony-S930-front.jpg)
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Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Sony S930 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Also referred to as IXUS 510 HS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 320 x 240 video
- 38-108mm (F2.9-5.4) lens
- 167g - 90 x 61 x 26mm
- Released January 2009
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Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Sony S930 Overview
Let's look a bit more closely at the Canon ELPH 530 HS and Sony S930, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the ELPH 530 HS (10MP) and the S930 (10MP) is relatively similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The ELPH 530 HS was revealed 3 years after the S930 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief overview of how the ELPH 530 HS grades versus the S930 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Sony S930 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The full galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 530 HS Gallery and Sony S930 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 530 HS over the Sony S930
ELPH 530 HS | S930 | |||
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Released | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 38 months |
Screen dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.4" | Bigger screen (+0.8") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 112k | Crisper screen (+349k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony S930 over the Canon ELPH 530 HS
S930 | ELPH 530 HS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 530 HS and Sony S930
ELPH 530 HS | S930 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Sony S930 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 530 HS comes with exterior measurements of 86mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Sony S930 has dimensions of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Canon ELPH 530 HS and Sony S930 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. The following is the front view scale comparison of the ELPH 530 HS compared to the S930.
![Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Sony S930 size comparison Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Sony S930 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-530-HS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S930-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 530 HS and S930 is 95 and 94 respectively.
![Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Sony S930 top view buttons comparison Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Sony S930 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-530-HS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S930-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Sony S930 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading specifications. The image here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 530 HS and S930.
Plainly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures although you have to take the release date of the products into consideration. The newer ELPH 530 HS provides an advantage in sensor innovation.
![Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Sony S930 sensor size comparison Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Sony S930 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-530-HS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S930-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Sony S930 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Sony S930 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Sony S930 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-530-HS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S930-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 Sony S930 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 |
Also Known as | IXUS 510 HS | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-02-07 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 5 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 38-108mm (2.8x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/2.9-5.4 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 2.4" |
Resolution of screen | 461 thousand dot | 112 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | PureColor II Touch TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 1/8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 2.50 m | 3.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Syncro, No Flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 320x240 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 163 gr (0.36 lb) | 167 gr (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 86 x 54 x 20mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 90 x 61 x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 190 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-9L | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / PRo-HG Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $250 | $219 |