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Canon SX530 HS vs Canon SX700 HS

Portability
69
Imaging
41
Features
48
Overall
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Canon PowerShot SX530 HS front
 
Canon PowerShot SX700 HS front
Portability
89
Imaging
40
Features
51
Overall
44

Canon SX530 HS vs Canon SX700 HS Key Specs

Canon SX530 HS
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-1200mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
  • 442g - 120 x 82 x 92mm
  • Announced January 2015
  • Succeeded the Canon SX520 HS
Canon SX700 HS
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-750mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
  • 269g - 113 x 66 x 35mm
  • Announced February 2014
  • Renewed by Canon SX710 HS
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Canon SX530 HS vs Canon SX700 HS Overview

Let's look more closely at the Canon SX530 HS versus Canon SX700 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both created by Canon. The sensor resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the SX700 HS (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX530 HS was introduced 11 months later than the SX700 HS which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Canon SX700 HS being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SX530 HS grades against the SX700 HS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon SX530 HS over the Canon SX700 HS

 SX530 HS SX700 HS 
AnnouncedJanuary 2015February 2014Fresher by 11 months

Reasons to pick Canon SX700 HS over the Canon SX530 HS

 SX700 HS SX530 HS 
Screen resolution922k461kClearer screen (+461k dot)

Common features in the Canon SX530 HS and Canon SX700 HS

 SX530 HS SX700 HS 
Focus manually More precise focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen size
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch screen Neither contains Touch screen

Canon SX530 HS vs Canon SX700 HS Physical Comparison

For those who are planning to carry your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX530 HS has got physical measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Canon SX700 HS has measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

See the Canon SX530 HS versus Canon SX700 HS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SX530 HS compared to the SX700 HS.

Canon SX530 HS vs Canon SX700 HS size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX530 HS and SX700 HS is 69 and 89 respectively.

Canon SX530 HS vs Canon SX700 HS top view buttons comparison

Canon SX530 HS vs Canon SX700 HS Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by reading through technical specs. The graphic below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX530 HS and SX700 HS.

As you can tell, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photos but you will want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent SX530 HS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon SX530 HS vs Canon SX700 HS sensor size comparison

Canon SX530 HS vs Canon SX700 HS Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SX530 HS vs Canon SX700 HS Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SX530 HS as a Portrait photography camera
Canon SX700 HS as a Portrait photography camera
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manual focus
good MP (16MP)
provides face detection autofocus
no external flash support
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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manual focus
good MP (16 megapixels)
features face detect autofocus
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Canon SX530 HS
Street photography with Canon SX700 HS
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image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
61
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (269 grams)
no articulating screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Canon SX530 HS Sports photography factors
Canon SX700 HS Sports photography factors
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incredible zoom range (24-1200mm 50.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16 megapixels)
provides tracking autofocus
supports phase detect autofocus
max frames per second low (1.6 fps)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
not so great battery pack (210 per charge)
45
amazing zoom range (25-750mm 30.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
not so great battery power (250 per charge)
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon SX530 HS Travel photography advice
Canon SX700 HS Travel photography advice
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good MP (16MP)
built-in flash
relatively wide (24mm)
very long zoom (1200mm)
no Time Lapse function
not so great battery pack (210 per charge)
does not have selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f3.4)
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lighter than competition (269g)
good MP (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
decently wide (25mm)
long reach (750mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
not so great battery power (250 shots)
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SX530 HS Landscape photography factors
Canon SX700 HS Landscape photography factors
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manual focus
relatively wide (24mm)
screen is a good size (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16MP)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.4)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
not so great battery pack (210 CIPA)
no Time Lapse function
47
manual focus
decently wide (25mm)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16MP)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
not so great battery power (250 shots)
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SX530 HS as a Vlogging camera
Canon SX700 HS as a Vlogging camera
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relatively wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detection autofocus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
slow max aperture (f3.4)
does not have selfie friendly display
no external mic port
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decently wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition (269 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of microphone socket
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Canon SX530 HS vs Canon SX700 HS Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX530 HS and Canon SX700 HS
 Canon PowerShot SX530 HSCanon PowerShot SX700 HS
General Information
Company Canon Canon
Model type Canon PowerShot SX530 HS Canon PowerShot SX700 HS
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2015-01-06 2014-02-12
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) Compact
Sensor Information
Processor DIGIC 4+ Digic 6
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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-1200mm (50.0x) 25-750mm (30.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.4-6.5 f/3.2-6.9
Macro focusing range 0cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 461k dots 922k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display tech - PureColor II G TFT
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15 seconds 15 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/3200 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 1.6 frames per second 9.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 5.50 m 3.50 m
Flash options Auto, on, off, slow synchro Auto, on, slow synchro, off
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 442 grams (0.97 lbs) 269 grams (0.59 lbs)
Physical dimensions 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") 113 x 66 x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 210 shots 250 shots
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NB-6LH NB-6LH
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One One
Retail pricing $379 $349