Nikon P530 vs Panasonic ZS20

Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Nikon P530 and Panasonic ZS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the P530 (16MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The P530 was announced 22 months after the ZS20 making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon P530 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS20 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the P530 matches up against the ZS20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P530 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P530 Gallery and Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon P530 offers 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 ZS20 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Look at the Nikon P530 and Panasonic ZS20 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 use at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the P530 compared to the ZS20.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the P530 and ZS20 is 67 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the P530 and ZS20.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Nikon P530 to result in greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern P530 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.