Canon SX530 HS vs Samsung ST80

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Canon SX530 HS and Samsung ST80, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the ST80 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX530 HS was introduced 5 years later than the ST80 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SX530 HS matches up vs the ST80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS & Samsung ST80. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX530 HS Gallery & Samsung ST80 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX530 HS provides physical 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) while the Samsung ST80 has dimensions of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the SX530 HS vs the ST80.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX530 HS and ST80 is 69 and 96 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements just by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX530 HS and ST80.

To sum up, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Canon SX530 HS to show extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern SX530 HS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.