Canon SX530 HS vs Sony RX10

In this article, we are contrasting the Canon SX530 HS vs Sony RX10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the RX10 (20MP) is very comparable but the SX530 HS (1/2.3") and RX10 (1") enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The SX530 HS was launched 10 months later than the RX10 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the SX530 HS scores vs the RX10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX530 HS Gallery & Sony RX10 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX530 HS features physical dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Sony RX10 has dimensions of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") and a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX530 HS vs Sony RX10 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the SX530 HS and the RX10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX530 HS and RX10 is 69 and 58 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The visual below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX530 HS and RX10.

To sum up, both the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX530 HS because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sony RX10 will show extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The younger SX530 HS is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.