Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon P950

Following is a complete review of the Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon P950, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the P950 (16MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX160 IS was unveiled 7 years earlier than the P950 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX160 IS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the SX160 IS matches up against the P950 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS & Nikon Coolpix P950. The full galleries are available at Canon SX160 IS Gallery & Nikon P950 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX160 IS enjoys physical dimensions of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") with a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Nikon P950 has sizing of 140mm x 110mm x 150mm (5.5" x 4.3" x 5.9") and a weight of 1005 grams (2.22 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX160 IS and the P950.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX160 IS and P950 is 86 and 52 respectively.

Often, its difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes purely by researching specifications. The image here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX160 IS and P950.

To sum up, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of files although you may want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The more aged SX160 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.