FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Nikon P950

Lets look more closely at the FujiFilm HS20 EXR and Nikon P950, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the HS20 EXR (16MP) and the P950 (16MP) is very similar but the HS20 EXR (1/2") and P950 (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

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The HS20 EXR was launched 10 years earlier than the P950 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the HS20 EXR matches up vs the P950 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR & Nikon Coolpix P950. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm HS20 EXR Gallery & Nikon P950 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you should think about its weight and size. The FujiFilm HS20 EXR features outside dimensions of 131mm x 91mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") with a weight of 730 grams (1.61 lbs) and the Nikon P950 has specifications of 140mm x 110mm x 150mm (5.5" x 4.3" x 5.9") and a weight of 1005 grams (2.22 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm HS20 EXR and Nikon P950 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the HS20 EXR versus the P950.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the HS20 EXR and P950 is 58 and 52 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements only by reading technical specs. The graphic below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the HS20 EXR and P950.

As you have seen, the two cameras come with the identical resolution but different sensor measurements. The HS20 EXR provides the larger sensor which will make achieving bokeh simpler. The older HS20 EXR is going to be behind in sensor tech.