Nikon P500 vs Nikon P950

Below is a thorough overview of the Nikon P500 and Nikon P950, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are manufactured by Nikon. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the P500 (12MP) and P950 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P500 was launched 10 years before the P950 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the P500 grades against the P950 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P500 & Nikon Coolpix P950. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon P500 Gallery & Nikon P950 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon P500 has outer measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 103mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 4.1") and a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Nikon P950 has specifications of 140mm x 110mm x 150mm (5.5" x 4.3" x 5.9") with a weight of 1005 grams (2.22 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the P500 vs the P950.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the P500 and P950 is 67 and 52 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through specifications. The graphic below will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the P500 and P950.

Plainly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon P950 to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images more aggressively. The older P500 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.