Nikon P530 vs Nikon P950

Here, we will be comparing the Nikon P530 versus Nikon P950, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both produced by Nikon. The resolution of the P530 (16MP) and the P950 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P530 was brought out 6 years before the P950 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the P530 matches up versus the P950 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P530 & Nikon Coolpix P950. The entire galleries are available at Nikon P530 Gallery & Nikon P950 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon P530 features outer dimensions of 123mm x 84mm x 98mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.9") and a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Nikon P950 has measurements of 140mm x 110mm x 150mm (5.5" x 4.3" x 5.9") and a weight of 1005 grams (2.22 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon P530 versus Nikon P950 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the P530 against the P950.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P530 and P950 is 67 and 52 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements merely by checking specifications. The visual below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the P530 and P950.

Plainly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you can expect similar quality of photos however you will need to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The older P530 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.