Nikon P950 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS

Below is a in depth overview of the Nikon P950 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the P950 (16MP) and the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) is very well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P950 was brought out 7 years later than the SZ-16 iHS and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon P950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-16 iHS being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the P950 grades versus the SZ-16 iHS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P950 and Olympus SZ-16 iHS. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon P950 Gallery and Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon P950 offers physical dimensions of 140mm x 110mm x 150mm (5.5" x 4.3" x 5.9") having a weight of 1005 grams (2.22 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-16 iHS has sizing of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Look at the Nikon P950 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the P950 compared to the SZ-16 iHS.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the P950 and SZ-16 iHS is 52 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading through technical specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the P950 and SZ-16 iHS.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photos however you really should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent P950 will have an advantage in sensor technology.