Nikon P510 vs Nikon P530

Following is a extensive review of the Nikon P510 vs Nikon P530, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both created by Nikon. The resolution of the P510 (16MP) and the P530 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P510 was released 19 months before the P530 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the P510 scores versus the P530 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P510 & Nikon Coolpix P530. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon P510 Gallery & Nikon P530 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon P510 provides outer measurements of 120mm x 83mm x 102mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 4.0") accompanied by a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs) and the Nikon P530 has measurements 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 ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the P510 and the P530.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the P510 and P530 is 66 and 67 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes simply by going over a spec sheet. The image here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the P510 and P530.

As you can see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution so you can expect similar quality of files though you may want to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged P510 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.