Nikon P530 vs Sony HX20V

Below is a thorough overview of the Nikon P530 vs Sony HX20V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the P530 (16MP) and the HX20V (18MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P530 was brought out 19 months later than the HX20V making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature different body design with the Nikon P530 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX20V being a Compact camera.

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the P530 scores vs the HX20V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P530 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P530 Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon P530 has outer dimensions 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 Sony HX20V has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon P530 vs Sony HX20V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the P530 vs the HX20V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P530 and HX20V is 67 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the P530 and HX20V.

All in all, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony HX20V to offer more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos way more aggressively. The younger P530 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.