Nikon P530 vs Panasonic FZ47

Below is a detailed analysis of the Nikon P530 and Panasonic FZ47, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the P530 (16MP) and FZ47 (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P530 was announced 2 years later than the FZ47 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the P530 grades vs the FZ47 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P530 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P530 Gallery and Panasonic FZ47 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon P530 comes with exterior dimensions of 123mm x 84mm x 98mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.9") with a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ47 has sizing of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") and a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs).

Check the Nikon P530 and Panasonic FZ47 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view scale comparison of the P530 against the FZ47.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P530 and FZ47 is 67 and 68 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading technical specs. The visual below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the P530 and FZ47.

As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon P530 to offer you more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more modern P530 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.