Nikon P530 vs Olympus SH-50

On this page, we are analyzing the Nikon P530 versus Olympus SH-50, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the P530 (16MP) and the SH-50 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P530 was introduced 14 months later than the SH-50 making them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Nikon P530 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SH-50 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the P530 grades versus the SH-50 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P530 & Olympus SH-50. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P530 Gallery & Olympus SH-50 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon P530 provides exterior measurements of 123mm x 84mm x 98mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.9") with a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Olympus SH-50 has measurements of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the P530 compared to the SH-50.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P530 and SH-50 is 67 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements merely by checking specifications. The graphic underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the P530 and SH-50.

Plainly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures but you might want to consider the age of the products into consideration. The newer P530 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.