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 P520 and Nikon P530 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon P520 has external dimensions of 125 x 84 x 102 mm (4.92 x 3.31 x 4.02″) and weighs 550 g (1.21 lb / 19.40 oz) (including batteries). Nikon P530 has external dimensions of 123 x 84 x 98 mm (4.83 x 3.31 x 3.87″) and weighs 494 g (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Nikon P520 and Nikon P530. Nikon P520 has the same height with Nikon P530. On the other hand, with a width of 125mm, it is 2 wider and also with a thickness of 102mm, it is 4mm thicker than Nikon P530.
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Comparison image of Nikon P520 and Nikon P530 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Nikon P520 and Nikon P530.
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Comparison image of Nikon P520 and Nikon P530 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon P520 and Nikon P530.
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Top View Comparison image of Nikon P520 and Nikon P530 Size
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon P530 is 56g lighter than the Nikon P520 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither Nikon Coolpix P520 nor Nikon Coolpix P530 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
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon P520's 3.20" LCD screen is slightly larger than Nikon P530's 3" screen.
Moreover, Nikon P520 sports a
Fully Articulated screen which you can change the angle and position of the screen almost freely, making it possible to shoot from waist or over the head levels, and especially very useful for shooting selfies and video. On the other hand, Nikon P530 has a fixed type screen which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to P520.