Canon SX530 HS vs Sony HX20V
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Canon SX530 HS vs Sony HX20V 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
- Announced January 2015
- Old Model is Canon SX520 HS
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 254g - 107 x 62 x 35mm
- Revealed July 2012
- Superseded the Sony HX10V
- New Model is Sony HX30V

Canon SX530 HS vs Sony HX20V Overview
Here is a thorough comparison of the Canon SX530 HS and Sony HX20V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the HX20V (18MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX530 HS was revealed 2 years later than the HX20V and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX20V being a Compact camera.
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SX530 HS matches up versus the HX20V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX530 HS vs Sony HX20V Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The full galleries are available at Canon SX530 HS Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX530 HS over the Sony HX20V
SX530 HS | HX20V | |||
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Revealed | January 2015 | ![]() | July 2012 | Fresher by 30 months |
Reasons to pick Sony HX20V over the Canon SX530 HS
HX20V | SX530 HS | |||
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Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX530 HS and Sony HX20V
SX530 HS | HX20V | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX530 HS vs Sony HX20V Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX530 HS features outer measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Sony HX20V has specifications of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX530 HS and Sony HX20V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the SX530 HS compared to the HX20V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX530 HS and HX20V is 69 and 90 respectively.

Canon SX530 HS vs Sony HX20V Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing specs. The visual here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX530 HS and HX20V.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony HX20V to provide greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The younger SX530 HS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon SX530 HS vs Sony HX20V Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX530 HS vs Sony HX20V Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX530 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX530 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2015-01-06 | 2012-07-20 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4+ | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-6.5 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 0cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.6 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m | 7.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 442g (0.97 lbs) | 254g (0.56 lbs) |
Dimensions | 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 107 x 62 x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 photos | 320 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6LH | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $379 | $397 |