Canon SX500 IS vs Canon SX530 HS

On this page, we are contrasting the Canon SX500 IS vs Canon SX530 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are created by Canon. The resolution of the SX500 IS (16MP) and the SX530 HS (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX500 IS was brought out 3 years prior to the SX530 HS which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX500 IS being a Compact camera and the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SX500 IS matches up against the SX530 HS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX500 IS & Canon PowerShot SX530 HS. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX500 IS Gallery & Canon SX530 HS Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX500 IS provides external measurements of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") and a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) whilst the Canon SX530 HS has specifications of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX500 IS against the SX530 HS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX500 IS and SX530 HS is 80 and 69 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes merely by checking out a spec sheet. The picture below might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX500 IS and SX530 HS.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you would want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The more aged SX500 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.