Canon SX530 HS vs Samsung ST100

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Canon SX530 HS versus Samsung ST100, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the ST100 (14MP) is pretty similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX530 HS was revealed 5 years later than the ST100 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung ST100 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick summation of how the SX530 HS matches up vs the ST100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS & Samsung ST100. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX530 HS Gallery & Samsung ST100 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX530 HS provides physical 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 Samsung ST100 has sizing of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the SX530 HS versus the ST100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX530 HS and ST100 is 69 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX530 HS and ST100.

As you can see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Canon SX530 HS to deliver greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more recent SX530 HS provides a benefit in sensor tech.