Nikon P530 vs Samsung WB850F

Below is a thorough assessment of the Nikon P530 vs Samsung WB850F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the P530 (16MP) and the WB850F (16MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P530 was announced 2 years later than the WB850F and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon P530 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB850F being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the P530 grades against the WB850F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P530 & Samsung WB850F. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon P530 Gallery & Samsung WB850F Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon P530 provides exterior measurements of 123mm x 84mm x 98mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.9") having a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Samsung WB850F has measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the P530 against the WB850F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P530 and WB850F is 67 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements just by reading specifications. The photograph below may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the P530 and WB850F.

To sum up, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you can expect similar quality of images but you really should factor the age of the products into consideration. The more modern P530 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.