Canon SX530 HS vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS

On this page, we are reviewing the Canon SX530 HS versus Olympus SZ-16 iHS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX530 HS was brought out 2 years after the SZ-16 iHS which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-16 iHS being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SX530 HS grades versus the SZ-16 iHS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS & Olympus SZ-16 iHS. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX530 HS Gallery & Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX530 HS comes with outside 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 Olympus SZ-16 iHS has dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX530 HS versus Olympus SZ-16 iHS in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX530 HS and the SZ-16 iHS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX530 HS and SZ-16 iHS is 69 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specs. The pic below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX530 HS and SZ-16 iHS.

All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you can expect comparable quality of images however you will want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The newer SX530 HS should have an advantage in sensor tech.