Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Sony WX30
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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-WX30 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX30/Sony-WX30-front.jpg)
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Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Sony WX30 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
- Released February 2012
- Also referred to as IXUS 510 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 117g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
- Launched July 2011
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Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Sony WX30 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Canon ELPH 530 HS and Sony WX30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Sony. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the ELPH 530 HS (10MP) and WX30 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The ELPH 530 HS was unveiled 7 months later than the WX30 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the ELPH 530 HS scores against the WX30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Sony WX30 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The full galleries are available at Canon ELPH 530 HS Gallery and Sony WX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 530 HS over the Sony WX30
ELPH 530 HS | WX30 | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | July 2011 | Fresher by 7 months |
Screen dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sony WX30 over the Canon ELPH 530 HS
WX30 | ELPH 530 HS | |||
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Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 461k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 530 HS and Sony WX30
ELPH 530 HS | WX30 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Sony WX30 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 530 HS provides external dimensions 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 WX30 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check the Canon ELPH 530 HS and Sony WX30 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)
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the ELPH 530 HS against the WX30.
![Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Sony WX30 size comparison Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Sony WX30 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-530-HS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX30-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 530 HS and WX30 is 95 and 96 respectively.
![Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Sony WX30 top view buttons comparison Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Sony WX30 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-530-HS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX30-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Sony WX30 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by going over technical specs. The photograph below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 530 HS and WX30.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony WX30 to deliver extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more modern ELPH 530 HS should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
![Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Sony WX30 sensor size comparison Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Sony WX30 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-530-HS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX30-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Sony WX30 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Sony WX30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon ELPH 530 HS vs Sony WX30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-530-HS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX30-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 WX30 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 |
Also called | IXUS 510 HS | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-02-07 | 2011-07-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 5 | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | PureColor II Touch TFT LCD | XtraFine TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 2.50 m | 3.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 163 grams (0.36 pounds) | 117 grams (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 86 x 54 x 20mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 images | 250 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-9L | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $250 | $259 |