Sony PowerShot SX530 HS Black
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Nikon COOLPIX A10 Black
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Compact Cameras |
As someone who just simply wants to point and shoot, this product just works. | ||
Bridge Camera |
For a lot of people, the Bridge camera is the perfect solution as it combines the portability of a compact camera while offering the full capability of a DSLR. | ||
Basic Skill Level (Photo) |
Simple shots - As a photography noob, this Sony PowerShot SX530 HS camera would suit you adequately. |
Simple shots - As a photography noob, this Nikon COOLPIX A10 camera would suit you adequately. | |
Intermediate Skill Level (Photo) |
For those who are passionate about photography at a casual level but are prepared to make the occasional technical adjustments, the PowerShot SX530 HS is a very straightforward option. At this skill level you'll be comfortable utilising features such as the 9 "Auto Focus points" that this camera comes with. |
For those who are passionate about photography at a casual level but are prepared to make the occasional technical adjustments, the COOLPIX A10 is a very straightforward option. At this skill level you'll be comfortable utilising features such as the 9 "Auto Focus points" that this camera comes with. | |
Basic Skill Level (Video) |
Simple clips - As a videography noob, this Sony PowerShot SX530 HS video camera should be sufficient for your needs. |
Simple clips - As a videography noob, this Nikon COOLPIX A10 video camera should be sufficient for your needs. | |
Professional Skill Level (Video) |
Working at the highest standards of videography, you'll want full control of every aspect of this vital tool. This camera from Sony, provides fully manual settings from your focusing ring to your aperture dilation. | ||
Everyday Life Photography |
If you're looking to simply use your camera to point-and-shoot everyday moments with an item or person as the subject matter, then the PowerShot SX530 HS is an easy recommendation for this. |
If you're looking to simply use your camera to point-and-shoot everyday moments with an item or person as the subject matter, then the COOLPIX A10 is an easy recommendation for this. | |
Events Photography |
Its important to ensure the celebrant (or special guests) are in clear view in every photo taken. Keeping them in focus while they're moving about is one of the great features that comes with the PowerShot SX530 HS. |
Its important to ensure the celebrant (or special guests) are in clear view in every photo taken. Keeping them in focus while they're moving about is one of the great features that comes with the COOLPIX A10. | |
Sports Photography |
Whether it's golf or tennis and everything in-between, the Tracking Focus capability in this camera allows you maintain your subject as the centre of attention even while in motion. It's Continuous Shooting Mode also helps take multiple shots in a couple of seconds allowing you assess a set of options you can pick from. | ||
Underwater Photography |
Sea-life is always breathtaking. With this camera from Sony, you can expect to produce vivid images that showcases the unique tone that are found with photographs taken underwater. |
Sea-life is always breathtaking. With this camera from Nikon, you can expect to produce vivid images that showcases the unique tone that are found with photographs taken underwater. | |
Travel |
As you make trips around the world, every moment tells a story. For this, a good camera is crucial and the PowerShot SX530 HS is a great option for travel. It's got a combined zoom capability allowing you get a closer look at items that can't be reached easily.^506^*} |
As you make trips around the world, every moment tells a story. For this, a good camera is crucial and the COOLPIX A10 is a great option for travel. It's got a combined zoom capability allowing you get a closer look at items that can't be reached easily.^506^*} | |
Live Streaming |
Streaming video live is a great way to share your experiences and this camera from Sony provides a couple of connectivity options to help you with this. | ||
Event Videos |
For those special occasions, this Sony camera is a great companion as you traverse the floor. It comes with an Image Stabilizer which helps maintain a steady shot while recording. |
For those special occasions, this Nikon camera is a great companion as you traverse the floor. | |
Home Videos |
Its always great to capture moments of delight at home or while spending time with family and friends on an outing. For this, the Sony PowerShot SX530 HS is a great companion to have. |
Its always great to capture moments of delight at home or while spending time with family and friends on an outing. For this, the Nikon COOLPIX A10 is a great companion to have. | |
Vlogging |
Self made video content - Whether its in a specialist niche or broad subject area, video content is king (or queen) these days. With an image sensor size of 6.17 x 4.55 mm (mm), this camera can deliver really good image quality in your videos. It's also got Wi-Fi so if you can still make your transfers even if you're not with your cables. | ||
Wildlife Photography |
When taking photos of the beautiful creatures of the wild, you'll need to have Tracking Focus mode activated so as not to miss any great moments while they are active in their habitat. Burst shots help as well, which this camera happens to have making it a very good option for your needs. | ||
Landscape Photography |
If you've got requirements to take photos of a variety of landscapes, then the presence of multiple scene modes on a camera is helpful in order to setup quickly and start shooting. This model from Sony has got this capability making it a suitable option for your needs. In addition, this model has the ability to select what parts of your frame you would like to focus on before you take the shot. |
If you've got requirements to take photos of a variety of landscapes, then the presence of multiple scene modes on a camera is helpful in order to setup quickly and start shooting. This model from Nikon has got this capability making it a suitable option for your needs. In addition, this model has the ability to select what parts of your frame you would like to focus on before you take the shot. | |
WiFi Connectivity |
Sometimes carrying cables about just so you can move your photos across the devices can be a pain. Good thing this particular model comes with Wi-Fi. | ||
Professional Looks |
This device showcases a refined taste in mobile devices due to clean lines and a premium look. | ||
Regular Looks |
It looks simple, capable and doesn't stand out in any particular way. |
It looks simple, capable and doesn't stand out in any particular way. | |
Bluetooth Connectivity |
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Analog Signal Format System | - | NTSC, PAL | |
Aperture Priority AE | Yes | Yes | |
Aperture Range (F-F) | 3.4-6.5 | 3.2-6.5 | |
Audio Formats Supported | AAC LC, MPEG4 | LPCM | |
Audio System | Stereo | Mono | |
Auto Focus | Yes | Yes | |
Auto Focus (AF) Points | 9 | 9 | |
Auto Focus (AF) Points Selection | 1 | 1 | |
Auto Focusing (AF) Modes | - | Centre weighted Auto Focus, Contrast Detection Auto Focus, Face tracking | |
Batteries Included | - | Yes | |
Battery Life (CIPA Standard) | - | 200 shots | |
Battery Life (max) | - | 4.25 h | |
Battery Technology | - | Alkaline | |
Battery Type | - | AA | |
Built-in Display | Yes | Yes | |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes | |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes | |
Camcorder Media Type | SD, SDHC, SDXC | SD, SDHC, SDXC | |
Camera File System | - | DCF, Exif 2.3 | |
Camera Shutter Type | - | Electronic | |
Camera Type | - | Compact camera | |
Carrying Case | - | Yes | |
Compatible Memory Cards | - | SD, SDHC, SDXC | |
Continuous Shooting Mode | Yes | Yes | |
DC-in Jack | - | Yes | |
Depth | - | 28.9 mm | |
Digital Zoom | - | 4 x | |
Display | - | TFT | |
Display Diagonal | - | 2.7 | |
Display Resolution (numeric) | - | 230000 pixels | |
Face Detection | Yes | Yes | |
Fastest Camera Shutter Speed | - | 1/2000 s | |
Field Of View | - | 98 % | |
Flash Range (tele) | - | 0.8 - 1.7 m | |
Flash Range (wide) | - | 0.5 - 3.6 m | |
Focal Length Range (f-f) | - | 4.6 - 23 mm | |
Focus Adjustment | - | Auto | |
Hand Strap | - | Yes | |
HDMI (Mini) Ports Quantity | 1 | - | |
HDMI Ports Quantity | Yes | - | |
Height | - | 59.4 mm | |
Image Formats Supported | JPEG | JPEG XR | |
Image Sensor Size | 1/2.3 | 1/2.3 | |
Image Sensor Size (W X H) | 6.17 x 4.55 mm | 6.17 x 4.55 mm | |
Internal Memory | - | 17 | |
ISO Sensitivity | - | 80, 1600 | |
ISO Sensitivity (max) | 3200 | 1600 | |
ISO Sensitivity (min) | - | 80 | |
Languages Support | - | ARA, BEN, BUL, CHI (SIMPL), CHI (TR), CZE, DAN, DEU, DUT, ENG, ESP, FIN, FRE, GRE, HUN, ITA, JPN, KOR, NOR, POL, POR, RUM, RUS, SER, SWE, THA, TUR, UKR | |
Lens Structure (elements/groups) | - | 6/5 | |
Light Exposure Correction | - | ± 2EV (1/3EV step) | |
Light Metering | - | Centre-weighted, Matrix, Spot | |
Live stream capable | 1 | - | |
Magnification | - | 4 x | |
Manual Exposure | Yes | - | |
Manual Focus | Yes | - | |
Maximum Aperture Number | - | 6.5 | |
Maximum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) | 1200 mm | 130 mm | |
Maximum Image Resolution | - | 4608 x 3456 pixels | |
Maximum Memory Card Size | - | 128 GB | |
Maximum Video Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels | 1280 x 720 pixels | |
Megapixel | - | 16.1 MP | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Stereo | Mono | |
Minimum Aperture Number | 3.4 | 3.2 | |
Minimum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) | 24 mm | 26 mm | |
Near Field Communication (NFC) | Yes | - | |
Normal Focusing Range (tele) | - | 0.5 - ∞ m | |
Normal Focusing Range (wide) | - | 0.8 - ∞ m | |
Number Of Batteries Supported | - | 2 | |
Operating Relative Humidity (H-H) | - | 0 - 85 % | |
Operating Temperature (T-T) | - | 0 - 40 °F | |
Optical Zoom | 50 x | 5 x | |
Photo Effects | 1 | - | |
PictBridge | Yes | Yes | |
Power Source Type | - | AC, Battery | |
Product Colour | Black | Black | |
Scene Modes Present | Yes | Yes | |
Self-timer Delay | - | 10 s | |
Sensor Format | Cropped | Cropped | |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CCD | |
Shutter Priority AE | Yes | - | |
Slowest Camera Shutter Speed | - | 4 s | |
Stabilizer | Yes | - | |
Still Image Resolution(s) | - | 4608 x 3456, 4608 x 3456, 3264 x 2448, 2272 x 1704, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480, 4608 x 2592 | |
Total Megapixels | - | 16.44 MP | |
Tracking Focus | 1 | - | |
Tripod Mounting Supported | - | Yes | |
USB 2.0 Type-A Ports Quantity | 1 | 1 | |
USB Port | - | Yes | |
USB Version | - | 2.0 | |
Video Formats Supported | H.264, MP4, MPEG4 | AVI, MJPEG | |
Video Recording | Yes | Yes | |
Weight | 418 g | 160 g | |
Weight (including Battery) | - | 160 g | |
Wi-Fi | Yes | - | |
Width | - | 96.4 mm |
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