Canon SX530 HS vs Panasonic ZS5

Here is a detailed comparison of the Canon SX530 HS and Panasonic ZS5, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX530 HS (16MP) and ZS5 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX530 HS was brought out 4 years later than the ZS5 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS5 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short view of how the SX530 HS matches up versus the ZS5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX530 HS Gallery and Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX530 HS comes with external dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS5 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX530 HS and Panasonic ZS5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX530 HS compared to the ZS5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX530 HS and ZS5 is 69 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing only by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX530 HS and ZS5.

As you can see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Canon SX530 HS to result in greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher SX530 HS provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.