Canon SX210 IS vs Canon SX530 HS

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Canon SX210 IS versus Canon SX530 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both built by Canon. The resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the SX530 HS (16MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX210 IS was announced 5 years prior to the SX530 HS and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX210 IS being a Compact camera and the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the SX210 IS matches up vs the SX530 HS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and Canon PowerShot SX530 HS. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and Canon SX530 HS Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX210 IS provides outer dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Canon SX530 HS has proportions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX210 IS versus Canon SX530 HS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the SX210 IS versus the SX530 HS.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX210 IS and SX530 HS is 90 and 69 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements just by reading a spec sheet. The photograph below will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX210 IS and SX530 HS.

As you can see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon SX530 HS to deliver greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The older SX210 IS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.