Nikon P530 vs Nikon P80

Here is a complete comparison of the Nikon P530 and Nikon P80, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are created by Nikon. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the P530 (16MP) and P80 (10MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The P530 was released 5 years later than the P80 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the P530 matches up against the P80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P530 and Nikon Coolpix P80. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon P530 Gallery and Nikon P80 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P530 features physical measurements of 123mm x 84mm x 98mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.9") having a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Nikon P80 has dimensions of 110mm x 79mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.1" x 3.1") along with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

Compare the Nikon P530 and Nikon P80 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the P530 versus the P80.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P530 and P80 is 67 and 75 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by researching technical specs. The visual underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the P530 and P80.

As you can tell, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon P530 to result in more detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher P530 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.