Nikon P530 vs Nikon S9300

Here is a extensive comparison of the Nikon P530 versus Nikon S9300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are manufactured by Nikon. The image resolution of the P530 (16MP) and the S9300 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P530 was unveiled 20 months later than the S9300 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer different body type with the Nikon P530 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S9300 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the P530 grades versus the S9300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P530 and Nikon Coolpix S9300. The full galleries are available at Nikon P530 Gallery and Nikon S9300 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon P530 comes with exterior measurements of 123mm x 84mm x 98mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Nikon S9300 has sizing of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the P530 against the S9300.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the P530 and S9300 is 67 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing just by looking at specifications. The photograph below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the P530 and S9300.

Plainly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP so you should expect similar quality of files although you need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern P530 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.