Canon SX530 HS vs Fujifilm JX500
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Canon SX530 HS vs Fujifilm JX500 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
- Released January 2015
- Previous Model is Canon SX520 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Launched January 2012

Canon SX530 HS vs Fujifilm JX500 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Canon SX530 HS versus Fujifilm JX500, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the Fujifilm JX500 (14MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX530 HS was introduced 3 years later than the Fujifilm JX500 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm JX500 being a Compact camera.
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick summation of how the SX530 HS scores versus the Fujifilm JX500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX530 HS vs Fujifilm JX500 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS and Fujifilm FinePix JX500. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX530 HS Gallery and Fujifilm JX500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX530 HS over the Fujifilm JX500
SX530 HS | Fujifilm JX500 | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 37 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX500 over the Canon SX530 HS
Fujifilm JX500 | SX530 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX530 HS and Fujifilm JX500
SX530 HS | Fujifilm JX500 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX530 HS vs Fujifilm JX500 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX530 HS has got exterior 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 Fujifilm JX500 has specifications of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX530 HS versus Fujifilm JX500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the SX530 HS vs the Fujifilm JX500.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX530 HS and Fujifilm JX500 is 69 and 95 respectively.

Canon SX530 HS vs Fujifilm JX500 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by viewing specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX530 HS and Fujifilm JX500.
All in all, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Canon SX530 HS to provide you with extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer SX530 HS will have a benefit in sensor technology.

Canon SX530 HS vs Fujifilm JX500 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX530 HS vs Fujifilm JX500 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX530 HS | Fujifilm FinePix JX500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX530 HS | Fujifilm FinePix JX500 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2015-01-06 | 2012-01-05 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4+ | - |
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 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-6.5 | f/3.5-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1400 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.6 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m | 4.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 442 gr (0.97 pounds) | 113 gr (0.25 pounds) |
Dimensions | 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6LH | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $379 | $90 |