Nikon P950 vs Nikon S9300

Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Nikon P950 and Nikon S9300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are produced by Nikon. The image resolution of the P950 (16MP) and the S9300 (16MP) is relatively close and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P950 was revealed 7 years later than the S9300 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon P950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S9300 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the P950 scores versus the S9300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P950 & Nikon Coolpix S9300. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon P950 Gallery & Nikon S9300 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon P950 comes with physical measurements of 140mm x 110mm x 150mm (5.5" x 4.3" x 5.9") along with a weight of 1005 grams (2.22 lbs) while the Nikon S9300 has specifications of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the P950 and the S9300.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the P950 and S9300 is 52 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by researching a spec sheet. The visual below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the P950 and S9300.

As you can see, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you may want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The younger P950 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.