Canon SX530 HS vs Nikon S9100

The following is a detailed overview of the Canon SX530 HS versus Nikon S9100, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the SX530 HS (16MP) and S9100 (12MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX530 HS was announced 3 years after the S9100 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S9100 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the SX530 HS matches up versus the S9100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS and Nikon Coolpix S9100. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX530 HS Gallery and Nikon S9100 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX530 HS enjoys outer measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Nikon S9100 has proportions of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the SX530 HS versus the S9100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX530 HS and S9100 is 69 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions just by researching specs. The image underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX530 HS and S9100.

All in all, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon SX530 HS to render more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs much more aggressively. The newer SX530 HS provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.