Nikon P520 vs Nikon P610

Following is a complete comparison of the Nikon P520 and Nikon P610, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are designed by Nikon. The image resolution of the P520 (18MP) and the P610 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P520 was manufactured 24 months earlier than the P610 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the P520 grades against the P610 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P520 and Nikon Coolpix P610. The entire galleries are available at Nikon P520 Gallery and Nikon P610 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and size. The Nikon P520 has physical measurements of 125mm x 84mm x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") and a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) whilst the Nikon P610 has specifications of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") having a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon P520 and Nikon P610 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the P520 versus the P610.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the P520 and P610 is 66 and 65 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading through specs. The image here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the P520 and P610.

All in all, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Nikon P520 to give greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged P520 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.