Canon G1 X vs Nikon P530

Here is a in depth review of the Canon G1 X and Nikon P530, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the G1 X (14MP) and the P530 (16MP) is very close but the G1 X (1.5") and P530 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The G1 X was announced 22 months prior to the P530 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras come with different body type with the Canon G1 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Nikon P530 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the G1 X grades vs the P530 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G1 X & Nikon Coolpix P530. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G1 X Gallery & Nikon P530 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Canon G1 X has external measurements of 117mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 2.6") with a weight of 534 grams (1.18 lbs) and the Nikon P530 has specifications of 123mm x 84mm x 98mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.9") having a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

Look at the Canon G1 X and Nikon P530 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the G1 X and the P530.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the G1 X and P530 is 75 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through specs. The visual underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the G1 X and P530.

All in all, each of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G1 X having a larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Nikon P530 will provide you with more detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older G1 X will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.