Size and weight is a big decision factor when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, We are going to illustrate Nikon P500 and Canon ELPH 530 HS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon P500 has external dimensions of 116 x 84 x 10 mm (4.57 x 3.31 x 4.06″) and weighs 494 g (1.09 lb / 17.43 oz) (including batteries). Canon ELPH 530 HS has external dimensions of 86 x 54 x 20 mm (3.39 x 2.13 x 0.79″) and weighs 163 g (0.36 lb / 5.75 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Nikon P500 and Canon ELPH 530 HS. Canon ELPH 530 HS is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 30mm narrower, 30mm shorter and 83mm thinner than Nikon P500.
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Comparison image of Nikon P500 and Canon ELPH 530 HS Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Nikon P500 and Canon ELPH 530 HS.
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Comparison image of Nikon P500 and Canon ELPH 530 HS Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon P500 and Canon ELPH 530 HS.
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Top View Comparison image of Nikon P500 and Canon ELPH 530 HS Size
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon ELPH 530 HS is significantly lighter (331g ) than the Nikon P500 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither Nikon Coolpix P500 nor Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS (IXUS 510 HS) provides any type of weather sealing in their body, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon ELPH 530 HS's 3.2" LCD screen is slightly larger than Nikon P500's 3" screen.
On the other hand, Nikon P500 LCD screen has a
Tilting feature where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over the head levels. On the other hand, Canon ELPH 530 HS has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to P500.