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Nikon B600 vs Nikon P530

Portability
67
Imaging
42
Features
38
Overall
40
Nikon Coolpix B600 front
 
Nikon Coolpix P530 front
Portability
67
Imaging
40
Features
48
Overall
43

Nikon B600 vs Nikon P530 Key Specs

Nikon B600
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-1440mm (F3.3-6.5) lens
  • 500g - 122 x 82 x 99mm
  • Released January 2019
Nikon P530
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400 (Push to 12800)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-1000mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
  • 494g - 123 x 84 x 98mm
  • Launched February 2014
  • Previous Model is Nikon P520
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Nikon B600 vs Nikon P530 Overview

Here, we will be analyzing the Nikon B600 versus Nikon P530, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both created by Nikon. The image resolution of the B600 (16MP) and the P530 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The B600 was unveiled 5 years after the P530 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the B600 grades versus the P530 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon B600 over the Nikon P530

 B600 P530 
LaunchedJanuary 2019February 2014Newer by 61 months

Reasons to pick Nikon P530 over the Nikon B600

 P530 B600 
Manual focus Dial accurate focus

Common features in the Nikon B600 and Nikon P530

 B600 P530 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen measurements
Screen resolution921k921kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither includes Touch friendly screen

Nikon B600 vs Nikon P530 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon B600 features outer measurements of 122mm x 82mm x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") along with a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Nikon P530 has sizing of 123mm x 84mm x 98mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.9") having a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

See the Nikon B600 versus Nikon P530 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the B600 versus the P530.

Nikon B600 vs Nikon P530 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the B600 and P530 is 67 and 67 respectively.

Nikon B600 vs Nikon P530 top view buttons comparison

Nikon B600 vs Nikon P530 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by going over a spec sheet. The pic here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the B600 and P530.

As you can see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures although you need to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent B600 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon B600 vs Nikon P530 sensor size comparison

Nikon B600 vs Nikon P530 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon B600 vs Nikon P530 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon B600 Portrait photography features
Nikon P530 Portrait photography features
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resolution is good (16MP)
comes with face detect focusing
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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you can focus manually
decent megapixels (16MP)
has face detect focusing
no external flash support
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon B600 Street photography highlights
Nikon P530 Street photography highlights
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has image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
heavier than competitors (500 grams)
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built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
more heavy than competitors in class (494 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon B600 Sports photography advice
Nikon P530 Sports photography advice
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long zoom range (24-1440mm 60.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16MP)
comes with tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
not so great battery power (280 shots)
has no phase detect AF
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incredible zoom range (24-1000mm 41.7 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
has tracking focus
sensor is small (1/2.3")
terrible battery (240 CIPA)
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon B600 Travel photography info
Nikon P530 Travel photography info
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resolution is good (16MP)
has built in flash
quite wide (24mm)
long reach (1440mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
not so great battery power (280 CIPA)
heavier than competitors (500g)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
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decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
really wide (24mm)
long reach (1000mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
terrible battery (240 per charge)
more heavy than competitors in class (494 grams)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon B600 Landscape photography advice
Nikon P530 Landscape photography advice
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quite wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16MP)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
lack of manual exposure
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
not so great battery power (280 shots)
missing Time Lapse recording
45
you can focus manually
really wide (24mm)
screen size is decent (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16MP)
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
terrible battery (240 shots)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon B600 as a Vlogging camera
Nikon P530 as a Vlogging camera
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quite wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
missing mic jack
heavier than competitors (500 grams)
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really wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
doesn't have microphone socket
more heavy than competitors in class (494g)
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Nikon B600 vs Nikon P530 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon B600 and Nikon P530
 Nikon Coolpix B600Nikon Coolpix P530
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Nikon
Model type Nikon Coolpix B600 Nikon Coolpix P530
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2019-01-18 2014-02-07
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 -
Highest resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 6400 6400
Highest boosted ISO - 12800
Min native ISO 125 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-1440mm (60.0x) 24-1000mm (41.7x)
Maximum aperture f/3.3-6.5 f/3.0-5.9
Macro focusing range 1cm 0cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 3"
Screen resolution 921k dots 921k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech - TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Features
Slowest shutter speed 1s 15s
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Continuous shooting rate - 7.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 6.80 m (with Auto ISO) 8.00 m
Flash options - TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 @ 60i, MP4, H.264, AAC 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 MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Optional
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB EN-EL12 lithium-ion battery & USB charger USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 500 grams (1.10 lb) 494 grams (1.09 lb)
Physical dimensions 122 x 82 x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") 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 280 shots 240 shots
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID - EN-EL5
Self timer Yes (3 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage type Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at launch $297 $280