Canon SX530 HS vs Samsung ST700
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Canon SX530 HS vs Samsung ST700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 442g - 120 x 82 x 92mm
- Introduced January 2015
- Older Model is Canon SX520 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 99 x 55 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2011

Canon SX530 HS vs Samsung ST700 Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Canon SX530 HS versus Samsung ST700, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the ST700 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX530 HS was introduced 4 years later than the ST700 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung ST700 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the SX530 HS scores vs the ST700 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX530 HS vs Samsung ST700 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS & Samsung ST700. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX530 HS Gallery & Samsung ST700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX530 HS over the Samsung ST700
SX530 HS | ST700 | |||
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Revealed | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 49 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST700 over the Canon SX530 HS
ST700 | SX530 HS | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX530 HS and Samsung ST700
SX530 HS | ST700 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Canon SX530 HS vs Samsung ST700 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX530 HS features 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 Samsung ST700 has specifications of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX530 HS versus Samsung ST700 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the SX530 HS versus the ST700.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX530 HS and ST700 is 69 and 99 respectively.

Canon SX530 HS vs Samsung ST700 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching specifications. The graphic underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX530 HS and ST700.
Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos but you should take the age of the cameras into account. The fresher SX530 HS provides an edge in sensor tech.

Canon SX530 HS vs Samsung ST700 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX530 HS vs Samsung ST700 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX530 HS | Samsung ST700 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX530 HS | Samsung ST700 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2015-01-06 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | () |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-6.5 | - |
Macro focusing range | 0cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.6 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 442 gr (0.97 pounds) | - |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 99 x 55 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 photographs | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $379 | $280 |