Canon SX530 HS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Let's look closer at the Canon SX530 HS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX530 HS was released 2 years later than the Galaxy Camera 3G and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SX530 HS matches up against the Galaxy Camera 3G when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX530 HS Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX530 HS has got outside measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX530 HS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SX530 HS versus the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX530 HS and Galaxy Camera 3G is 69 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading technical specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX530 HS and Galaxy Camera 3G.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photos though you have to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern SX530 HS will have an edge in sensor technology.