Nikon L810 vs Nikon P950
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Nikon L810 vs Nikon P950 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 23-585mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 430g - 111 x 76 x 83mm
- Revealed February 2012
- Renewed by Nikon L820
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-2000mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 1005g - 140 x 110 x 150mm
- Released January 2020

Nikon L810 vs Nikon P950 Overview
Here is a extended overview of the Nikon L810 versus Nikon P950, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are manufactured by Nikon. The resolution of the L810 (16MP) and the P950 (16MP) is relatively similar and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The L810 was brought out 9 years earlier than the P950 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon L810 being a Compact camera and the Nikon P950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the L810 matches up against the P950 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon L810 vs Nikon P950 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L810 and Nikon Coolpix P950. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon L810 Gallery and Nikon P950 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Nikon P950
L810 | P950 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon P950 over the Nikon L810
P950 | L810 | |||
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Released | January 2020 | ![]() | February 2012 | Fresher by 96 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Nikon L810 and Nikon P950
L810 | P950 | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 921k | Equal screen resolution |
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Nikon L810 vs Nikon P950 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon L810 has outer dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") having a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) while the Nikon P950 has specifications of 140mm x 110mm x 150mm (5.5" x 4.3" x 5.9") having a weight of 1005 grams (2.22 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon L810 versus Nikon P950 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the L810 vs the P950.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L810 and P950 is 74 and 52 respectively.

Nikon L810 vs Nikon P950 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing just by reading specifications. The visual underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the L810 and P950.
To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures however you should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older L810 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

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Nikon L810 vs Nikon P950 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L810 | Nikon Coolpix P950 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L810 | Nikon Coolpix P950 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-02-01 | 2020-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-585mm (25.4x) | 24-2000mm (83.3x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3.2 inch |
Display resolution | 921k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 90 percent |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 300 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.2 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 11.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | EN-EL20a lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 430g (0.95 pounds) | 1005g (2.22 pounds) |
Dimensions | 111 x 76 x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") | 140 x 110 x 150mm (5.5" x 4.3" x 5.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 images | 290 images |
Battery type | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $280 | $797 |