Fujifilm F600 EXR vs Nikon P530

Here is a detailed assessment of the Fujifilm F600 EXR versus Nikon P530, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm F600 EXR (16MP) and the P530 (16MP) is very close but the Fujifilm F600 EXR (1/2") and P530 (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm F600 EXR was launched 3 years prior to the P530 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm F600 EXR being a Compact camera and the Nikon P530 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm F600 EXR scores against the P530 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix F600 EXR and Nikon Coolpix P530. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F600 EXR Gallery and Nikon P530 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm F600 EXR provides physical dimensions of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst 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).

Examine the Fujifilm F600 EXR versus Nikon P530 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm F600 EXR versus the P530.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm F600 EXR and P530 is 91 and 67 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing purely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm F600 EXR and P530.

As you can see, both of these cameras feature the identical MP but different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F600 EXR has got the larger sensor which will make getting shallower DOF less difficult. The older Fujifilm F600 EXR will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.