Nikon P900 vs Sony RX10 IV

In this write-up, we are looking at the Nikon P900 versus Sony RX10 IV, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the P900 (16MP) and the RX10 IV (20MP) is very similar but the P900 (1/2.3") and RX10 IV (1") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The P900 was brought out 3 years earlier than the RX10 IV and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the P900 scores versus the RX10 IV for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P900 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV. The entire galleries are available at Nikon P900 Gallery and Sony RX10 IV Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P900 provides exterior measurements of 140mm x 103mm x 137mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 5.4") with a weight of 899 grams (1.98 lbs) whilst the Sony RX10 IV has dimensions of 133mm x 94mm x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") and a weight of 1095 grams (2.41 lbs).

Check the Nikon P900 versus Sony RX10 IV in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the P900 against the RX10 IV.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the P900 and RX10 IV is 52 and 52 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by reviewing specs. The graphic here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the P900 and RX10 IV.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The P900 because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony RX10 IV will deliver more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The older P900 is going to be behind in sensor technology.