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Canon SX530 HS vs Casio EX-ZS5

Portability
69
Imaging
40
Features
48
Overall
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Canon PowerShot SX530 HS front
 
Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 front
Portability
99
Imaging
36
Features
23
Overall
30

Canon SX530 HS vs Casio EX-ZS5 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
  • Introduced January 2015
  • Succeeded the Canon SX520 HS
Casio EX-ZS5
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 848 x 480 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 103 x 59 x 20mm
  • Launched January 2011
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Canon SX530 HS vs Casio EX-ZS5 Overview

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Canon SX530 HS vs Casio EX-ZS5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Canon and Casio. The resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the EX-ZS5 (14MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX530 HS was manufactured 4 years after the EX-ZS5 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Casio EX-ZS5 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the SX530 HS grades versus the EX-ZS5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon SX530 HS over the Casio EX-ZS5

 SX530 HS EX-ZS5 
LaunchedJanuary 2015January 2011More modern by 49 months
Manually focus Dial precise focusing

Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS5 over the Canon SX530 HS

 EX-ZS5 SX530 HS 

Common features in the Canon SX530 HS and Casio EX-ZS5

 SX530 HS EX-ZS5 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen measurement
Screen resolution461k461kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch screen Lacking Touch screen

Canon SX530 HS vs Casio EX-ZS5 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX530 HS provides external dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Casio EX-ZS5 has dimensions of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX530 HS vs Casio EX-ZS5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the SX530 HS compared to the EX-ZS5.

Canon SX530 HS vs Casio EX-ZS5 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX530 HS and EX-ZS5 is 69 and 99 respectively.

Canon SX530 HS vs Casio EX-ZS5 top view buttons comparison

Canon SX530 HS vs Casio EX-ZS5 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading technical specs. The image underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX530 HS and EX-ZS5.

As you can tell, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Canon SX530 HS to offer extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The younger SX530 HS should have an advantage in sensor tech.

Canon SX530 HS vs Casio EX-ZS5 sensor size comparison

Canon SX530 HS vs Casio EX-ZS5 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SX530 HS vs Casio EX-ZS5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SX530 HS Portrait photography highlights
Casio EX-ZS5 Portrait photography highlights
44
manual focus
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
provides face detect autofocus
no external flash support
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
28
MP count good (14MP)
lack of manual focus
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Canon SX530 HS Street photography info
Casio EX-ZS5 Street photography info
46
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
49
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Canon SX530 HS as a Sports photography camera
Casio EX-ZS5 as a Sports photography camera
51
amazing zoom range (24-1200mm 50.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
provides tracking focus
comes with phase detect autofocus
max fps low (1.6 frames per second)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
terrible battery (210 shots)
32
MP count good (14 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
can't change focal length (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Canon SX530 HS Travel photography highlights
Casio EX-ZS5 Travel photography highlights
55
resolution is good (16MP)
has built in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
long reach (1200mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
terrible battery (210 CIPA)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
70
MP count good (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
very good maximum aperture (f)
lack of Time Lapse recording
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Canon SX530 HS
Landscape photography with Casio EX-ZS5
45
manual focus
fairly wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16MP)
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
terrible battery (210 CIPA)
lack of Time Lapse recording
37
very good maximum aperture (f)
nice screen size (3 inches)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
manual mode not possible
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SX530 HS Vlogging factors
Casio EX-ZS5 Vlogging factors
29
fairly wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detect autofocus
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
lack of mic socket
27
very good maximum aperture (f)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (848 x 480 resolution)
lack of mic port
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Canon SX530 HS vs Casio EX-ZS5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX530 HS and Casio EX-ZS5
 Canon PowerShot SX530 HSCasio Exilim EX-ZS5
General Information
Brand Canon Casio
Model type Canon PowerShot SX530 HS Casio Exilim EX-ZS5
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Ultracompact
Introduced 2015-01-06 2011-01-05
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 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points 9 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-1200mm (50.0x) ()
Highest aperture f/3.4-6.5 -
Macro focusing range 0cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3" 3"
Display resolution 461k dot 461k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 15 seconds 15 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 1.6fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 5.50 m -
Flash options Auto, on, off, slow synchro -
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 848 x 480
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 848x480
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 442 gr (0.97 pounds) -
Dimensions 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 pictures -
Battery form Battery Pack -
Battery ID NB-6LH -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) -
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC -
Storage slots 1 1
Retail price $379 $100