Canon SX530 HS vs Casio EX-ZR15

The following is a extensive overview of the Canon SX530 HS versus Casio EX-ZR15, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Casio. The sensor resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the EX-ZR15 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX530 HS was revealed 3 years after the EX-ZR15 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Casio EX-ZR15 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SX530 HS scores vs the EX-ZR15 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS and Casio Exilim EX-ZR15. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX530 HS Gallery and Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX530 HS comes with physical dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-ZR15 has dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX530 HS versus Casio EX-ZR15 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SX530 HS versus the EX-ZR15.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX530 HS and EX-ZR15 is 69 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specifications. The image underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX530 HS and EX-ZR15.

To sum up, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you may want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent SX530 HS should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.