Nikon P900 vs Nikon P950

In this article, we will be looking at the Nikon P900 vs Nikon P950, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are built by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the P900 (16MP) and the P950 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The P900 was revealed 5 years earlier than the P950 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summary of how the P900 grades versus the P950 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P900 and Nikon Coolpix P950. The full galleries are available at Nikon P900 Gallery and Nikon P950 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon P900 features outer dimensions of 140mm x 103mm x 137mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 5.4") along with a weight of 899 grams (1.98 lbs) and the Nikon P950 has measurements of 140mm x 110mm x 150mm (5.5" x 4.3" x 5.9") accompanied by a weight of 1005 grams (2.22 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the P900 vs the P950.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the P900 and P950 is 52 and 52 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by checking out a spec sheet. The picture underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the P900 and P950.

As you can see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you really should factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged P900 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.