• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 10.1 megapixels
  • 28.00mm - 336.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 14.2 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 432.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Canon 530 HS advantages over Samsung WB250F

  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 1.69 vs 1.43 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Shoots 24p video
    Yes vs No
    Gives your movies a big-screen feel
  • Lighter weight
    164g vs 226g
    Lighter weight
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Faster shutter
    1/4000 vs 1/2000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Samsung WB250F advantages over Canon 530 HS

  • Less expensive
    $250 vs $350 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • More telephoto lens reach
    432 mm vs 336 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • More pixels
    14.2 vs 10.1 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Wider angle lens
    24 mm vs 28 mm
    Capture more of the scene

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Manual focus
    Neither provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

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Review Excerpt

  • Slim and stylish camera body designed with Canon's classic "box-and-circle" look; highly portable, versatile 12x lens; gorgeous 3.2-inch screen.

  • Built-in WiFi could be easier to use; not everyone will like the touchscreen; average image quality and below average battery life.

  • Read our Canon 530 HS Express Review

The Competition

Compared to Canon SD4500 IS

Canon 530 HS
Canon SD4500 IS
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Touchscreen
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $197
  • 1/2.3 inch

Compare Canon 530 HS vs Canon SD4500 IS

Samsung WB250F
Canon SD4500 IS
  • $325
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Touchscreen
  • $197
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • HDMI out

Compare Samsung WB250F vs Canon SD4500 IS

Compared to Canon 510 HS

Canon 530 HS
Canon 510 HS
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $318
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More pixels
  • Faster JPEG shooting

Compare Canon 530 HS vs Canon 510 HS

Samsung WB250F
Canon 510 HS
  • $325
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $318
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • HDMI out
  • Shoots 24p video

Compare Samsung WB250F vs Canon 510 HS

Compared to Canon 520 HS

Canon 530 HS
Canon 520 HS
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Touchscreen
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $441
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive

Compare Canon 530 HS vs Canon 520 HS

Samsung WB250F
Canon 520 HS
  • $325
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Touchscreen
  • $441
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • HDMI out

Compare Samsung WB250F vs Canon 520 HS

Compared to Samsung WB150F

Canon 530 HS
Samsung WB150F
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Touchscreen
  • $330
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Canon 530 HS vs Samsung WB150F

Samsung WB250F
Samsung WB150F
  • $325
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Touchscreen
  • Shoots 1080p video
  • $330
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in GPS

Compare Samsung WB250F vs Samsung WB150F

Compared to Panasonic ZS19

Canon 530 HS
Panasonic ZS19
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Bigger pixels
  • $300
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Canon 530 HS vs Panasonic ZS19

Samsung WB250F
Panasonic ZS19
  • $325
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $300
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • HDMI out
  • Shoots 60p video

Compare Samsung WB250F vs Panasonic ZS19

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