Canon SX220 HS vs Nikon P950

Its time to look much closer at the Canon SX220 HS and Nikon P950, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX220 HS (12MP) and P950 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was announced 10 years before the P950 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX220 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SX220 HS matches up vs the P950 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon SX220 HS and Nikon Coolpix P950. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Nikon P950 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX220 HS features physical dimensions of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Nikon P950 has dimensions of 140mm x 110mm x 150mm (5.5" x 4.3" x 5.9") having a weight of 1005 grams (2.22 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX220 HS and Nikon P950 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX220 HS compared to the P950.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX220 HS and P950 is 96 and 52 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes purely by checking a spec sheet. The picture here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX220 HS and P950.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon P950 to give you extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged SX220 HS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.