Nikon P530 vs Sony A55

Here, we are evaluating the Nikon P530 vs Sony A55, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the P530 (16MP) and the A55 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the P530 (1/2.3") and A55 (APS-C) provide different sensor sizing.

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The P530 was brought out 3 years after the A55 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon P530 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A55 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick summary of how the P530 matches up against the A55 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P530 & Sony SLT-A55. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P530 Gallery & Sony A55 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon P530 offers outer measurements of 123mm x 84mm x 98mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.9") with a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Sony A55 has sizing of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the P530 versus the A55.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P530 and A55 is 67 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by checking out a spec sheet. The pic underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the P530 and A55.

As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical megapixel count but different sensor dimensions. The P530 provides the smaller sensor which should make obtaining shallower depth of field trickier. The younger P530 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.