Nikon P530 vs Samsung WB210

Let's look more closely at the Nikon P530 and Samsung WB210, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the P530 (16MP) and the WB210 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P530 was introduced 2 years later than the WB210 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon P530 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB210 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the P530 scores versus the WB210 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P530 and Samsung WB210. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon P530 Gallery and Samsung WB210 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon P530 has outer measurements 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 Samsung WB210 has sizing of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon P530 and Samsung WB210 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the P530 and the WB210.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the P530 and WB210 is 67 and 94 respectively.

Generally, its tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements only by checking technical specs. The graphic here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the P530 and WB210.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Nikon P530 to resolve greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The newer P530 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.