Nikon P520 vs Nikon P950

Lets look closer at the Nikon P520 vs Nikon P950, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are produced by Nikon. The image resolution of the P520 (18MP) and the P950 (16MP) is very close and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The P520 was released 8 years earlier than the P950 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a short view of how the P520 grades versus the P950 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P520 and Nikon Coolpix P950. The complete galleries are available at Nikon P520 Gallery and Nikon P950 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon P520 has got exterior measurements of 125mm x 84mm x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") and a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) while the Nikon P950 has proportions of 140mm x 110mm x 150mm (5.5" x 4.3" x 5.9") having a weight of 1005 grams (2.22 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the P520 compared to the P950.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the P520 and P950 is 66 and 52 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching a spec sheet. The image underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the P520 and P950.

As you can see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon P520 to result in more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged P520 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.