Canon SX530 HS vs Nikon P950

Its time to take a deeper look at the Canon SX530 HS versus Nikon P950, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the P950 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX530 HS was brought out 6 years earlier than the P950 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SX530 HS grades versus the P950 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS & Nikon Coolpix P950. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX530 HS Gallery & Nikon P950 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX530 HS has outer dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Nikon P950 has proportions of 140mm x 110mm x 150mm (5.5" x 4.3" x 5.9") and a weight of 1005 grams (2.22 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the SX530 HS and the P950.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX530 HS and P950 is 69 and 52 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing specs. The graphic here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX530 HS and P950.

All in all, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP and you can expect comparable quality of images however you would want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The older SX530 HS will be behind with regard to sensor tech.