Nikon P950 vs Panasonic FZ1000

Below, we are comparing the Nikon P950 vs Panasonic FZ1000, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the P950 (16MP) and the FZ1000 (20MP) is very close but the P950 (1/2.3") and FZ1000 (1") use totally different sensor size.

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The P950 was manufactured 5 years later than the FZ1000 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the P950 scores versus the FZ1000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P950 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon P950 Gallery & Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon P950 offers exterior dimensions 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 Panasonic FZ1000 has sizing of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") having a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the P950 and the FZ1000.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P950 and FZ1000 is 52 and 55 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching specifications. The graphic below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the P950 and FZ1000.

To sum up, the two cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The P950 because of its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Panasonic FZ1000 will provide you with greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The more recent P950 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.