Fujifilm X-M1 vs Nikon P530
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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Nikon P530 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 330g - 117 x 67 x 39mm
- Released September 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Raise to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1000mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 494g - 123 x 84 x 98mm
- Released February 2014
- Replaced the Nikon P520
Fujifilm X-M1 vs Nikon P530 Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm X-M1 and Nikon P530, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) and the P530 (16MP) is very close but the Fujifilm X-M1 (APS-C) and P530 (1/2.3") feature different sensor dimensions.
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe Fujifilm X-M1 was introduced 4 months prior to the P530 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-M1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon P530 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going in to a full comparison, below is a short summation of how the Fujifilm X-M1 scores against the P530 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm X-M1 vs Nikon P530 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-M1 and Nikon Coolpix P530. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-M1 Gallery and Nikon P530 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-M1 over the Nikon P530
Fujifilm X-M1 | P530 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick Nikon P530 over the Fujifilm X-M1
P530 | Fujifilm X-M1 | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | 920k | Clearer display (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-M1 and Nikon P530
Fujifilm X-M1 | P530 | |||
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Released | September 2013 | February 2014 | Same generation | |
Focus manually | More exact focus | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Fujifilm X-M1 vs Nikon P530 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-M1 provides physical measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Nikon P530 has dimensions of 123mm x 84mm x 98mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.9") and a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).
See the Fujifilm X-M1 and Nikon P530 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 and the P530.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-M1 and P530 is 87 and 67 respectively.
Fujifilm X-M1 vs Nikon P530 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through technical specs. The picture here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-M1 and P530.
As you can tell, each of these cameras offer the same exact resolution but different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-M1 includes the larger sensor which is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler.
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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Nikon P530 Specifications
Fujifilm X-M1 | Nikon Coolpix P530 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm X-M1 | Nikon Coolpix P530 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-09-17 | 2014-02-07 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS I | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 24-1000mm (41.7x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 0cm |
Total lenses | 54 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 920k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 15 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per second | 7.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (ISO200m) | 8.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 14 min./1280 x 720 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 27 min. | 1920 x 1080 (30/25p, 60/50i) 1280 x 720 (60/50/30/25/15/12.5p) 960 x 540 (30/25p) 640 x 480 (120/100/30/25p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 330g (0.73 lb) | 494g (1.09 lb) |
Dimensions | 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 123 x 84 x 98mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photographs | 240 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | EN-EL5 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $399 | $280 |