Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon P530

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Canon SX710 HS versus Nikon P530, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX710 HS (20MP) and P530 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX710 HS was manufactured 12 months later than the P530 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX710 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P530 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the SX710 HS grades vs the P530 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS and Nikon Coolpix P530. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX710 HS Gallery and Nikon P530 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX710 HS enjoys physical dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Nikon P530 has measurements of 123mm x 84mm x 98mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.9") having a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX710 HS versus Nikon P530 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the SX710 HS compared to the P530.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX710 HS and P530 is 89 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX710 HS and P530.

As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon SX710 HS to result in more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern SX710 HS should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.