Nikon P520 vs Nikon P950
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Nikon P520 vs Nikon P950 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1000mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 550g - 125 x 84 x 102mm
- Released January 2013
- Old Model is Nikon P510
- Successor is Nikon P530
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- 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 P520 vs Nikon P950 Overview
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").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe 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.
Nikon P520 vs Nikon P950 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Nikon P520 over the Nikon P950
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Reasons to pick Nikon P950 over the Nikon P520
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Released | January 2020 | January 2013 | More modern by 84 months |
Common features in the Nikon P520 and Nikon P950
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Manual focus | More precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated display | |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 3.2" | Equivalent display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 921k | 921k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Nikon P520 vs Nikon P950 Physical Comparison
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).
Analyze the Nikon P520 vs Nikon P950 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Nikon P520 vs Nikon P950 Sensor Comparison
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.
Nikon P520 vs Nikon P950 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon P520 vs Nikon P950 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P520 | Nikon Coolpix P950 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P520 | Nikon Coolpix P950 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-01-29 | 2020-01-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 |
Maximum resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1000mm (41.7x) | 24-2000mm (83.3x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3.2" |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 90% |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 300 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 11.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 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 | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | EN-EL20a lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 550 grams (1.21 pounds) | 1005 grams (2.22 pounds) |
Dimensions | 125 x 84 x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") | 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 | 200 photographs | 290 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL5 | - |
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $380 | $797 |