Canon SX530 HS vs Casio EX-Z35
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Canon SX530 HS vs Casio EX-Z35 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 442g - 120 x 82 x 92mm
- Revealed January 2015
- Succeeded the Canon SX520 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 124g - 99 x 57 x 20mm
- Launched February 2010

Canon SX530 HS vs Casio EX-Z35 Overview
In this article, we are reviewing the Canon SX530 HS and Casio EX-Z35, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Canon and Casio. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the SX530 HS (16MP) and EX-Z35 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX530 HS was launched 4 years after the EX-Z35 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Casio EX-Z35 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the SX530 HS scores versus the EX-Z35 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX530 HS vs Casio EX-Z35 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS & Casio Exilim EX-Z35. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX530 HS Gallery & Casio EX-Z35 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX530 HS over the Casio EX-Z35
SX530 HS | EX-Z35 | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 60 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z35 over the Canon SX530 HS
EX-Z35 | SX530 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX530 HS and Casio EX-Z35
SX530 HS | EX-Z35 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
Canon SX530 HS vs Casio EX-Z35 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX530 HS comes with outside measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Casio EX-Z35 has dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).
Look at the Canon SX530 HS and Casio EX-Z35 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the SX530 HS vs the EX-Z35.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX530 HS and EX-Z35 is 69 and 96 respectively.

Canon SX530 HS vs Casio EX-Z35 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes purely by viewing technical specs. The image underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX530 HS and EX-Z35.
As you have seen, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Canon SX530 HS to result in greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more recent SX530 HS is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Canon SX530 HS vs Casio EX-Z35 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX530 HS vs Casio EX-Z35 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX530 HS | Casio Exilim EX-Z35 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Casio |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX530 HS | Casio Exilim EX-Z35 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2015-01-06 | 2010-02-21 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4+ | Exilim Engine 5.0 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 36-107mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-6.5 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 0cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.6fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m | 3.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 442 grams (0.97 lb) | 124 grams (0.27 lb) |
Dimensions | 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 99 x 57 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6LH | NP-82 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $379 | $99 |