Nikon B500 vs Nikon P510

Lets look a little more closely at the Nikon B500 vs Nikon P510, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both built by Nikon. The resolution of the B500 (16MP) and the P510 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The B500 was launched 3 years later than the P510 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the B500 grades against the P510 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix B500 and Nikon Coolpix P510. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon B500 Gallery and Nikon P510 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon B500 offers physical measurements of 114mm x 78mm x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 541 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Nikon P510 has measurements of 120mm x 83mm x 102mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 4.0") with a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs).

See the Nikon B500 vs Nikon P510 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the B500 against the P510.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the B500 and P510 is 68 and 66 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the B500 and P510.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures though you would want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher B500 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.