Canon SX530 HS vs Sony TX100V
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Canon SX530 HS vs Sony TX100V 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
- Succeeded the Canon SX520 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 147g - 97 x 59 x 18mm
- Released January 2011

Canon SX530 HS vs Sony TX100V Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Canon SX530 HS vs Sony TX100V, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the TX100V (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX530 HS was unveiled 4 years later than the TX100V and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony TX100V being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX530 HS grades vs the TX100V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX530 HS vs Sony TX100V Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX530 HS Gallery and Sony TX100V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX530 HS over the Sony TX100V
SX530 HS | TX100V | |||
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Released | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 49 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Sony TX100V over the Canon SX530 HS
TX100V | SX530 HS | |||
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Screen size | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 461k | Sharper screen (+768k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX530 HS and Sony TX100V
SX530 HS | TX100V | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Canon SX530 HS vs Sony TX100V Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX530 HS offers 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) and the Sony TX100V has measurements of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX530 HS vs Sony TX100V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX530 HS and the TX100V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX530 HS and TX100V is 69 and 95 respectively.

Canon SX530 HS vs Sony TX100V Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX530 HS and TX100V.
As you can see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you should always consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent SX530 HS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Canon SX530 HS vs Sony TX100V Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX530 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX530 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2015-01-06 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-6.5 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3.5" |
Screen resolution | 461k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | XtraFine OLED display with TruBlack technology |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 2 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.6 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.50 m | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 442g (0.97 pounds) | 147g (0.32 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 97 x 59 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 shots | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $379 | $380 |