Nikon P520 vs Samsung WB750

Its time to examine more closely at the Nikon P520 versus Samsung WB750, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the P520 (18MP) and WB750 (13MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The P520 was unveiled 18 months later than the WB750 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon P520 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB750 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the P520 matches up vs the WB750 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P520 and Samsung WB750. The full galleries are provided at Nikon P520 Gallery and Samsung WB750 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon P520 enjoys outer measurements of 125mm x 84mm x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") and a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) while the Samsung WB750 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon P520 versus Samsung WB750 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the P520 versus the WB750.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P520 and WB750 is 66 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the P520 and WB750.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon P520 to resolve more detail having an extra 5MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more recent P520 will have a benefit in sensor tech.