Canon SX530 HS vs Nikon D7000
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Canon SX530 HS vs Nikon D7000 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
- Introduced January 2015
- Previous Model is Canon SX520 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Push to 25600)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 780g - 132 x 105 x 77mm
- Introduced November 2010
- Old Model is Nikon D90
- Newer Model is Nikon D7100
Canon SX530 HS vs Nikon D7000 Overview
In this write-up, we are matching up the Canon SX530 HS and Nikon D7000, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the D7000 (16MP) is very similar but the SX530 HS (1/2.3") and D7000 (APS-C) feature different sensor dimensions.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SX530 HS was announced 4 years after the D7000 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon D7000 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the SX530 HS matches up vs the D7000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon SX530 HS vs Nikon D7000 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS & Nikon D7000. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX530 HS Gallery & Nikon D7000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX530 HS over the Nikon D7000
SX530 HS | D7000 | |||
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Introduced | January 2015 | November 2010 | More modern by 50 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon D7000 over the Canon SX530 HS
D7000 | SX530 HS | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | 461k | Clearer display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX530 HS and Nikon D7000
SX530 HS | D7000 | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither has Touch display |
Canon SX530 HS vs Nikon D7000 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX530 HS has outer measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Nikon D7000 has sizing of 132mm x 105mm x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 780 grams (1.72 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX530 HS and Nikon D7000 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SX530 HS versus the D7000.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX530 HS and D7000 is 69 and 59 respectively.
Canon SX530 HS vs Nikon D7000 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The pic underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX530 HS and D7000.
Plainly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact MP but different sensor sizes. The SX530 HS contains the tinier sensor which will make obtaining bokeh harder. The younger SX530 HS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
Canon SX530 HS vs Nikon D7000 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SX530 HS vs Nikon D7000 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX530 HS | Nikon D7000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX530 HS | Nikon D7000 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2015-01-06 | 2010-11-30 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4+ | Expeed 2 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.6 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 370.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4928 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 39 |
Cross focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Nikon F |
Lens focal range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.4-6.5 | - |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 309 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 461 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.6 frames per sec | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24, 25, 30 fps), 640 x 424 (24 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 442g (0.97 lbs) | 780g (1.72 lbs) |
Dimensions | 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 132 x 105 x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 80 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.9 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1167 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 images | 1050 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6LH | EN-EL15 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | 2 |
Price at launch | $379 | $1,049 |