Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon P530

Lets look closer at the Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon P530, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S8300 (16MP) and the P530 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8300 was announced 13 months before the P530 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm S8300 grades vs the P530 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S8300 and Nikon Coolpix P530. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8300 Gallery and Nikon P530 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S8300 comes with outer measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Nikon P530 has dimensions of 123mm x 84mm x 98mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.9") having a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm S8300 vs Nikon P530 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm S8300 versus the P530.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8300 and P530 is 61 and 67 respectively.

Often, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by looking at specifications. The photograph underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8300 and P530.

Plainly, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of files but you need to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The older Fujifilm S8300 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.