Nikon P530 vs Panasonic SZ10

Following is a in depth review of the Nikon P530 and Panasonic SZ10, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the P530 (16MP) and the SZ10 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P530 was unveiled 11 months prior to the SZ10 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon P530 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic SZ10 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the P530 grades against the SZ10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P530 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon P530 Gallery and Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon P530 has exterior 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 SZ10 has proportions of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

See the Nikon P530 and Panasonic SZ10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the P530 versus the SZ10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the P530 and SZ10 is 67 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by going over technical specs. The image underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the P530 and SZ10.

As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of files although you might want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged P530 is going to be behind in sensor tech.