Canon SX530 HS vs Sony A3000

Following is a complete assessment of the Canon SX530 HS and Sony A3000, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the A3000 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the SX530 HS (1/2.3") and A3000 (APS-C) use different sensor size.

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The SX530 HS was released 17 months after the A3000 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A3000 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SX530 HS grades against the A3000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS and Sony Alpha A3000. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX530 HS Gallery and Sony A3000 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX530 HS enjoys outside dimensions 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 Sony A3000 has sizing of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") along with a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX530 HS and Sony A3000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the SX530 HS and the A3000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX530 HS and A3000 is 69 and 69 respectively.

Often, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes simply by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX530 HS and A3000.

As you can see, both cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SX530 HS due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh tougher and the Sony A3000 will resolve more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher SX530 HS should have an advantage in sensor tech.