Canon SX530 HS vs Kodak Z5120
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Canon SX530 HS vs Kodak Z5120 Key Specs
(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
- Replaced the Canon SX520 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 445g - 124 x 91 x 105mm
- Released January 2012

Canon SX530 HS vs Kodak Z5120 Overview
Here is a complete review of the Canon SX530 HS vs Kodak Z5120, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Kodak. The resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the Z5120 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SX530 HS was announced 3 years later than the Z5120 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SX530 HS matches up vs the Z5120 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX530 HS vs Kodak Z5120 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS and Kodak EasyShare Z5120. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX530 HS Gallery and Kodak Z5120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX530 HS over the Kodak Z5120
SX530 HS | Z5120 | |||
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Released | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 37 months |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Kodak Z5120 over the Canon SX530 HS
Z5120 | SX530 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX530 HS and Kodak Z5120
SX530 HS | Z5120 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Canon SX530 HS vs Kodak Z5120 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX530 HS features outside 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) whilst the Kodak Z5120 has measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") and a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX530 HS vs Kodak Z5120 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the SX530 HS versus the Z5120.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX530 HS and Z5120 is 69 and 68 respectively.

Canon SX530 HS vs Kodak Z5120 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The photograph below should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX530 HS and Z5120.
To sum up, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of photos but you should always take the production date of the cameras into account. The younger SX530 HS should have an edge in sensor tech.

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Canon SX530 HS vs Kodak Z5120 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX530 HS | Kodak EasyShare Z5120 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Kodak |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX530 HS | Kodak EasyShare Z5120 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2015-01-06 | 2012-01-10 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
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 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 2456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-6.5 | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 16s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.6fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.50 m | 8.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 | 442g (0.97 lb) | 445g (0.98 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") |
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 photos | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $379 | $200 |