Nikon L110 vs Nikon P530

On this page, we are contrasting the Nikon L110 versus Nikon P530, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both manufactured by Nikon. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the L110 (12MP) and P530 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L110 was revealed 5 years earlier than the P530 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Nikon L110 being a Compact camera and the Nikon P530 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the L110 matches up versus the P530 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L110 and Nikon Coolpix P530. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L110 Gallery and Nikon P530 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon L110 comes with exterior dimensions of 109mm x 74mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.1") having a weight of 406 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Nikon P530 has sizing of 123mm x 84mm x 98mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.9") with a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

Check out the Nikon L110 versus Nikon P530 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the L110 compared to the P530.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the L110 and P530 is 77 and 67 respectively.

Often, its difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through specs. The image below might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L110 and P530.

All in all, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon P530 to give you extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged L110 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.