Nikon P950 vs Panasonic GX1

Following is a thorough analysis of the Nikon P950 vs Panasonic GX1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the P950 (16MP) and the GX1 (16MP) is relatively close but the P950 (1/2.3") and GX1 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The P950 was manufactured 8 years after the GX1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon P950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the P950 matches up versus the GX1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P950 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P950 Gallery & Panasonic GX1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P950 comes with exterior 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 Panasonic GX1 has dimensions of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") having a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the P950 versus the GX1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the P950 and GX1 is 52 and 87 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor sizes just by looking through specs. The pic below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the P950 and GX1.

All in all, both cameras provide the same resolution albeit not the same sensor sizes. The P950 has the smaller sensor which will make obtaining bokeh more challenging. The fresher P950 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.