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Nikon P530 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

Portability
67
Imaging
40
Features
48
Overall
43
Nikon Coolpix P530 front
 
Samsung Galaxy Camera front
Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
55
Overall
46

Nikon P530 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Key Specs

Nikon P530
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400 (Increase to 12800)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-1000mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
  • 494g - 123 x 84 x 98mm
  • Introduced February 2014
  • Replaced the Nikon P520
Samsung Galaxy Camera
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-481mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 300g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
  • Launched February 2013
  • Alternate Name is Wi-Fi
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Nikon P530 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Overview

Below, we will be contrasting the Nikon P530 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the P530 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera (16MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P530 was introduced 12 months after the Galaxy Camera so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon P530 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the P530 matches up vs the Galaxy Camera when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon P530 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera

 P530 Galaxy Camera 
LaunchedFebruary 2014February 2013Newer by 12 months

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Nikon P530

 Galaxy Camera P530 
Screen dimension4.8"3"Bigger screen (+1.8")
Screen resolution922k921kSharper screen (+1k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Nikon P530 and Samsung Galaxy Camera

 P530 Galaxy Camera 
Manual focus Dial accurate focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen

Nikon P530 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Physical Comparison

If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon P530 has physical 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) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon P530 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the P530 and the Galaxy Camera.

Nikon P530 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P530 and Galaxy Camera is 67 and 90 respectively.

Nikon P530 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera top view buttons comparison

Nikon P530 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions only by going through specs. The pic underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the P530 and Galaxy Camera.

All in all, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution so you can expect comparable quality of images but you will need to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern P530 should have an advantage in sensor tech.

Nikon P530 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera sensor size comparison

Nikon P530 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon P530 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon P530 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera as a Portrait photography camera
44
has manual focus
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
includes face detect focusing
cannot use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
40
focusing manually
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
can't use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Nikon P530 as a Street photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera as a Street photography camera
44
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
heavier than average in class (494 grams)
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (300 grams)
no articulating screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Nikon P530 Sports photography details
Samsung Galaxy Camera Sports photography details
48
excellent zoom range (24-1000mm 41.7 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
sensor is small (1/2.3")
terrible battery (240 shots)
does not have phase detect AF
50
great zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon P530 Travel photography details
Samsung Galaxy Camera Travel photography details
52
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
rather wide (24mm)
long zoom (1000mm)
no Time Lapse function
terrible battery (240 per charge)
heavier than average in class (494g)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
69
lighter than competition in class (300 grams)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
built-in flash
pretty wide (23mm)
long reach (481mm)
lack of Timelapse function
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon P530 Landscape photography factors
Samsung Galaxy Camera Landscape photography factors
45
has manual focus
rather wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
terrible battery (240 per charge)
no Time Lapse function
50
focusing manually
pretty wide (23mm)
big screen (4.8 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon P530 Vlogging features
Samsung Galaxy Camera Vlogging features
27
rather wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no mic socket
heavier than average in class (494g)
37
pretty wide (23mm)
has touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
great video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
does have microphone support
lighter than competition in class (300 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
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Nikon P530 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon P530 and Samsung Galaxy Camera
 Nikon Coolpix P530Samsung Galaxy Camera
General Information
Brand Nikon Samsung
Model type Nikon Coolpix P530 Samsung Galaxy Camera
Otherwise known as - Wi-Fi
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2014-02-07 2013-02-19
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - 1.4GHz Quad-Core
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 6400 3200
Maximum boosted ISO 12800 -
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 9 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-1000mm (41.7x) 23-481mm (20.9x)
Maximum aperture f/3.0-5.9 f/2.8-5.9
Macro focusing distance 0cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3" 4.8"
Resolution of screen 921 thousand dots 922 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen tech TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 15s 16s
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting rate 7.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 8.00 m -
Flash options TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes -
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30/25p, 60/50i) 1280 x 720 (60/50/30/25/15/12.5p) 960 x 540 (30/25p) 640 x 480 (120/100/30/25p) 1920 x 1080
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Optional Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 494 gr (1.09 pounds) 300 gr (0.66 pounds)
Dimensions 123 x 84 x 98mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.9") 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 240 photographs -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Battery ID EN-EL5 -
Self timer Yes -
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC
Card slots One One
Price at launch $280 $450