• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 10.0 megapixels
  • 28.00mm - 112.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 14.1 megapixels
  • 26.00mm - 105.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Canon SD880 IS advantages over Sony DSC-W530

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 1.69 vs 1.43 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 310 vs 250 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Manual focus
    Yes vs No
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Longer exposure
    15 vs 2 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    1.4 fps vs 1.0 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
    Unlimited vs 100 shots
    Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)

Sony DSC-W530 advantages over Canon SD880 IS

  • Less expensive
    $130 vs $300 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Lighter weight
    113g vs 179g
    Lighter weight
  • More pixels
    14.1 vs 10.0 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • 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
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • RAW file ability
    Neither provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • 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
  • 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
  • HDMI out
    Neither provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review 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
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Panasonic DMC-FX35

Canon SD880 IS
Panasonic DMC-FX35
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Fast startup
  • $350
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Wider angle lens
  • Longer exposure

Compare Canon SD880 IS vs Panasonic DMC-FX35

Sony DSC-W530
Panasonic DMC-FX35
  • $150
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More pixels
  • $350
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Sony DSC-W530 vs Panasonic DMC-FX35

Compared to Canon SD790 IS

Canon SD880 IS
Canon SD790 IS
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Manual focus
  • $201
  • 1/2.3 inch

Compare Canon SD880 IS vs Canon SD790 IS

Sony DSC-W530
Canon SD790 IS
  • $150
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Lighter weight
  • $201
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Sony DSC-W530 vs Canon SD790 IS

Compared to Panasonic DMC-FX500

Canon SD880 IS
Panasonic DMC-FX500
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Fast startup
  • $400
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Wider angle lens
  • Longer exposure

Compare Canon SD880 IS vs Panasonic DMC-FX500

Sony DSC-W530
Panasonic DMC-FX500
  • $150
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Lighter weight
  • $400
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Sony DSC-W530 vs Panasonic DMC-FX500

Compared to Sony DSC-W350

Canon SD880 IS
Sony DSC-W350
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $154
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Thinner

Compare Canon SD880 IS vs Sony DSC-W350

Sony DSC-W530
Sony DSC-W350
  • $150
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • $154
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Faster JPEG shooting

Compare Sony DSC-W530 vs Sony DSC-W350

Compared to Sony DSC-W560

Canon SD880 IS
Sony DSC-W560
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $121
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Lighter weight

Compare Canon SD880 IS vs Sony DSC-W560

Sony DSC-W530
Sony DSC-W560
  • $150
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • $121
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Faster JPEG shooting

Compare Sony DSC-W530 vs Sony DSC-W560

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