Canon SX530 HS vs Samsung ST6500

Below is a extensive comparison of the Canon SX530 HS versus Samsung ST6500, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the ST6500 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX530 HS was brought out 4 years later than the ST6500 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung ST6500 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SX530 HS matches up vs the ST6500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS & Samsung ST6500. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX530 HS Gallery & Samsung ST6500 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX530 HS comes with external dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST6500 has sizing of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the SX530 HS and the ST6500.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX530 HS and ST6500 is 69 and 99 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements only by checking out specs. The graphic here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX530 HS and ST6500.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you need to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer SX530 HS should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.