Nikon P530 vs Panasonic FZ60

Its time to examine more closely at the Nikon P530 vs Panasonic FZ60, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the P530 (16MP) and the FZ60 (16MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The P530 was unveiled 19 months after the FZ60 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the P530 matches up against the FZ60 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P530 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60. The full galleries are provided at Nikon P530 Gallery and Panasonic FZ60 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon P530 enjoys outer 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 FZ60 has measurements of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs).

Check out the Nikon P530 vs Panasonic FZ60 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the P530 compared to the FZ60.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the P530 and FZ60 is 67 and 68 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by checking specifications. The image below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P530 and FZ60.

To sum up, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files although you would want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher P530 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.