Nikon P530 vs Panasonic ZS35

Its time to examine more closely at the Nikon P530 vs Panasonic ZS35, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the P530 (16MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P530 was launched 2 months later than the ZS35 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon P530 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS35 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the P530 scores against the ZS35 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P530 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon P530 Gallery and Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon P530 provides outer measurements of 123mm x 84mm x 98mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS35 has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the P530 compared to the ZS35.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P530 and ZS35 is 67 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking specs. The visual below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the P530 and ZS35.

All in all, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photos though you have to take the production date of the products into consideration.