Nikon P530 vs Panasonic FZ1000

Let's examine more closely at the Nikon P530 and Panasonic FZ1000, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the P530 (16MP) and the FZ1000 (20MP) is fairly similar but the P530 (1/2.3") and FZ1000 (1") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The P530 was manufactured 4 months prior to the FZ1000 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the P530 grades against the FZ1000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P530 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon P530 Gallery & Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon P530 provides physical dimensions of 123mm x 84mm x 98mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.9") along with a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ1000 has proportions of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") accompanied by a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs).

Examine the Nikon P530 and Panasonic FZ1000 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the P530 vs the FZ1000.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the P530 and FZ1000 is 67 and 55 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the P530 and FZ1000.

As you can tell, the two cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The P530 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Panasonic FZ1000 will deliver more detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively.