Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Sony TX9

Here is a thorough overview of the Canon ELPH 530 HS versus Sony TX9, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the ELPH 530 HS (10MP) and the TX9 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 530 HS was brought out 20 months later than the TX9 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon ELPH 530 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony TX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the ELPH 530 HS matches up against the TX9 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The entire galleries are available at Canon ELPH 530 HS Gallery & Sony TX9 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 530 HS has outside 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 Sony TX9 has sizing of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Look at the Canon ELPH 530 HS versus Sony TX9 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the ELPH 530 HS vs the TX9.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 530 HS and TX9 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specifications. The graphic here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 530 HS and TX9.

Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Sony TX9 to offer greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher ELPH 530 HS is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.