Canon SX270 HS vs Kodak M530

Below, we are evaluating the Canon SX270 HS versus Kodak M530, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Kodak. The sensor resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the M530 (12MP) is fairly close and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was unveiled 3 years later than the M530 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise view of how the SX270 HS grades versus the M530 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS and Kodak EasyShare M530. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX270 HS Gallery and Kodak M530 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX270 HS provides external dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Kodak M530 has measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX270 HS versus Kodak M530 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the SX270 HS against the M530.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX270 HS and M530 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements simply by viewing specs. The visual here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX270 HS and M530.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP so you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you should always take the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher SX270 HS is going to have an edge in sensor technology.