Nikon P1000 vs Nikon P530

Let's take a more detailed look at the Nikon P1000 versus Nikon P530, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both created by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the P1000 (16MP) and the P530 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P1000 was unveiled 4 years after the P530 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the P1000 matches up vs the P530 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P1000 and Nikon Coolpix P530. The full galleries are available at Nikon P1000 Gallery and Nikon P530 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon P1000 has got outside measurements of 146mm x 119mm x 181mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 7.1") accompanied by a weight of 1415 grams (3.12 lbs) and the Nikon P530 has specifications of 123mm x 84mm x 98mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.9") along with a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the P1000 vs the P530.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P1000 and P530 is 49 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through specs. The pic underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the P1000 and P530.

All in all, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you really should take the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher P1000 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.