Nikon P950 vs Panasonic FZ70

Let's take a closer look at the Nikon P950 versus Panasonic FZ70, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the P950 (16MP) and the FZ70 (16MP) is very close and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P950 was revealed 6 years after the FZ70 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the P950 grades against the FZ70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P950 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The full galleries are provided at Nikon P950 Gallery & Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon P950 has got exterior dimensions of 140mm x 110mm x 150mm (5.5" x 4.3" x 5.9") accompanied by a weight of 1005 grams (2.22 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ70 has sizing of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") having a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the P950 compared to the FZ70.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the P950 and FZ70 is 52 and 63 respectively.

Usually, its hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by researching specifications. The image underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the P950 and FZ70.

Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you would want to take the age of the cameras into account. The fresher P950 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.