Nikon P530 vs Panasonic ZS25

Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Nikon P530 versus Panasonic ZS25, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the P530 (16MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The P530 was brought out 14 months later than the ZS25 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon P530 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the P530 grades against the ZS25 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P530 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon P530 Gallery & Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon P530 provides physical dimensions of 123mm x 84mm x 98mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.9") and a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS25 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the P530 vs the ZS25.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P530 and ZS25 is 67 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the P530 and ZS25.

Clearly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you can expect comparable quality of files however you really should factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent P530 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.