Nikon P950 vs Panasonic FZ2500

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Nikon P950 and Panasonic FZ2500, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the P950 (16MP) and the FZ2500 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the P950 (1/2.3") and FZ2500 (1") have different sensor dimensions.

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The P950 was introduced 3 years after the FZ2500 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the P950 grades vs the FZ2500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P950 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon P950 Gallery and Panasonic FZ2500 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and size. The Nikon P950 has external measurements of 140mm x 110mm x 150mm (5.5" x 4.3" x 5.9") with a weight of 1005 grams (2.22 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ2500 has specifications of 138mm x 102mm x 135mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 5.3") with a weight of 915 grams (2.02 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the P950 compared to the FZ2500.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P950 and FZ2500 is 52 and 53 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specifications. The picture here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the P950 and FZ2500.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The P950 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF harder and the Panasonic FZ2500 will give you more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent P950 provides an advantage in sensor technology.