Nikon P530 vs Panasonic FZ2500

On this page, we are comparing the Nikon P530 and Panasonic FZ2500, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the P530 (16MP) and the FZ2500 (20MP) is very comparable but the P530 (1/2.3") and FZ2500 (1") boast different sensor sizes.

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The P530 was introduced 3 years earlier than the FZ2500 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the P530 grades against the FZ2500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P530 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P530 Gallery and Panasonic FZ2500 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon P530 has outside measurements of 123mm x 84mm x 98mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.9") having a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ2500 has specifications of 138mm x 102mm x 135mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 5.3") with a weight of 915 grams (2.02 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon P530 and Panasonic FZ2500 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the P530 vs the FZ2500.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the P530 and FZ2500 is 67 and 53 respectively.

Generally, its tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions purely by seeing technical specs. The image underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the P530 and FZ2500.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The P530 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the Panasonic FZ2500 will provide extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The more aged P530 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.