Canon SX530 HS vs Olympus SZ-30MR

Following is a extended analysis of the Canon SX530 HS versus Olympus SZ-30MR, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the SZ-30MR (16MP) is pretty close and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX530 HS was manufactured 3 years after the SZ-30MR which is a fairly serious difference 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 Olympus SZ-30MR being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the SX530 HS scores vs the SZ-30MR when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS & Olympus SZ-30MR. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX530 HS Gallery & Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX530 HS enjoys outside dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-30MR has measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the SX530 HS against the SZ-30MR.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX530 HS and SZ-30MR is 69 and 89 respectively.

Usually, its tough to see the difference in sensor sizes just by looking through specs. The image below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX530 HS and SZ-30MR.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you should really consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer SX530 HS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.