Reasons to choose DC-530i
Released in 2006, DC-530i has about 25 mm² of sensor area, 5 MP effective resolution, and a 140 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.


The DC-530i and DC-630x have the same sensor area. Compare pixel density, sensor architecture, and release generation to understand likely image-quality differences.
Amber marks the value that is generally preferable in this comparison context. It is not an overall camera score.
The DC-530i and DC-630x have the same sensor area. The DC-630x has the lighter body. The DC-630x has the higher effective resolution. The DC-530i and DC-630x were both released in 2006. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Released in 2006, DC-530i has about 25 mm² of sensor area, 5 MP effective resolution, and a 140 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Released in 2006, DC-630x has about 25 mm² of sensor area, 6 MP effective resolution, and a 125 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.