Canon 1D MII N vs Nikon P530

Lets take a deeper look at the Canon 1D MII N and Nikon P530, one is a Pro DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Nikon. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the 1D MII N (8MP) and P530 (16MP) and the 1D MII N (APS-H) and P530 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The 1D MII N was launched 9 years prior to the P530 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon 1D MII N being a Large SLR camera and the Nikon P530 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the 1D MII N grades against the P530 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS-1D Mark II N and Nikon Coolpix P530. The complete galleries are available at Canon 1D MII N Gallery and Nikon P530 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Canon 1D MII N comes with external measurements of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 1565 grams (3.45 lbs) whilst the Nikon P530 has specifications of 123mm x 84mm x 98mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

Contrast the Canon 1D MII N and Nikon P530 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the 1D MII N against the P530.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the 1D MII N and P530 is 50 and 67 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by going through specifications. The pic underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1D MII N and P530.

To sum up, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 1D MII N featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon P530 will provide extra detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged 1D MII N will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.