Introduction

The Canon Powershot ELPH 530 HS (also known as the IXUS 510 HS outside of North America) is a brick-shaped, WiFi-enabled, touchscreen-equipped travel zoom, retailing for a smooth $349 and currently sitting atop the ELPH lineup.

Like the ELPH 510 HS and ELPH 500 HS before it, the ELPH 530 HS is an underwhelming, overpriced example of fashion over function. It does have a handful of redeeming qualities, but you should look elsewhere for a truly great travel zoom. Read on for the dirty details if you're so inclined.

The Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS is available now in glossy black and matte white for $349. The non-WiFi ELPH 520 HS is also available now, in black, blue, red, and silver for $279.