Nikon P510 vs Nikon P520

Lets look more closely at the Nikon P510 and Nikon P520, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are manufactured by Nikon. The image resolution of the P510 (16MP) and the P520 (18MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P510 was manufactured 6 months prior to the P520 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summation of how the P510 grades against the P520 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P510 and Nikon Coolpix P520. The entire galleries are available at Nikon P510 Gallery and Nikon P520 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon P510 provides outer dimensions of 120mm x 83mm x 102mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 4.0") and a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs) and the Nikon P520 has proportions of 125mm x 84mm x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") having a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

Check the Nikon P510 and Nikon P520 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the P510 against the P520.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the P510 and P520 is 66 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes only by checking out specs. The image below might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P510 and P520.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon P520 to provide greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively.