Canon SX530 HS vs Olympus SP-820UZ
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Canon SX530 HS vs Olympus SP-820UZ 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
- Released January 2015
- Previous Model is Canon SX520 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 22-896mm (F3.4-5.7) lens
- 485g - 117 x 78 x 93mm
- Announced August 2012
- Succeeded the Olympus SP-820UZ
- Replacement is Olympus SP-820UZ

Canon SX530 HS vs Olympus SP-820UZ Overview
The following is a thorough overview of the Canon SX530 HS versus Olympus SP-820UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the SP-820UZ (14MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX530 HS was announced 2 years after the SP-820UZ which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SP-820UZ being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short overview of how the SX530 HS scores versus the SP-820UZ when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX530 HS vs Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS and Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX530 HS Gallery and Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX530 HS over the Olympus SP-820UZ
SX530 HS | SP-820UZ | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | ![]() | August 2012 | Newer by 29 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-820UZ over the Canon SX530 HS
SP-820UZ | SX530 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX530 HS and Olympus SP-820UZ
SX530 HS | SP-820UZ | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Canon SX530 HS vs Olympus SP-820UZ Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX530 HS comes with external measurements 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 SP-820UZ has sizing of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX530 HS versus Olympus SP-820UZ in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the SX530 HS and the SP-820UZ.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX530 HS and SP-820UZ is 69 and 69 respectively.

Canon SX530 HS vs Olympus SP-820UZ Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specs. The picture underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX530 HS and SP-820UZ.
All in all, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Canon SX530 HS to resolve extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The younger SX530 HS is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Canon SX530 HS vs Olympus SP-820UZ Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX530 HS vs Olympus SP-820UZ Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX530 HS | Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX530 HS | Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2015-01-06 | 2012-08-21 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 22-896mm (40.7x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-6.5 | f/3.4-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 0cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 461k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.6fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m | 15.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 180 (30, 240 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 442 grams (0.97 lb) | 485 grams (1.07 lb) |
Dimensions | 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 117 x 78 x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $379 | $299 |