Canon SX50 HS vs Sony W530

Lets examine more in depth at the Canon SX50 HS versus Sony W530, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SX50 HS (12MP) and the W530 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX50 HS was revealed 2 years later than the W530 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX50 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W530 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief summary of how the SX50 HS grades versus the W530 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX50 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX50 HS Gallery and Sony W530 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX50 HS comes with exterior measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 106mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.2") along with a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Sony W530 has measurements of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX50 HS versus Sony W530 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the SX50 HS versus the W530.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX50 HS and W530 is 65 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX50 HS and W530.

Clearly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony W530 to produce greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more recent SX50 HS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.