Nikon P950 vs Panasonic LZ20
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Nikon P950 vs Panasonic LZ20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-2000mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 1005g - 140 x 110 x 150mm
- Revealed January 2020
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 499g - 120 x 76 x 80mm
- Released July 2012
- Updated by Panasonic LZ30
Nikon P950 vs Panasonic LZ20 Overview
Here is a comprehensive overview of the Nikon P950 vs Panasonic LZ20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the P950 (16MP) and the LZ20 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe P950 was released 7 years later than the LZ20 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the P950 matches up vs the LZ20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon P950 vs Panasonic LZ20 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P950 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon P950 Gallery & Panasonic LZ20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P950 over the Panasonic LZ20
P950 | LZ20 | |||
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Released | January 2020 | July 2012 | Fresher by 91 months | |
Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ20 over the Nikon P950
LZ20 | P950 |
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Common features in the Nikon P950 and Panasonic LZ20
P950 | LZ20 | |||
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Touch friendly screen | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Nikon P950 vs Panasonic LZ20 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P950 comes with physical 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) whilst the Panasonic LZ20 has dimensions of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).
Look at the Nikon P950 vs Panasonic LZ20 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the P950 vs the LZ20.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P950 and LZ20 is 52 and 71 respectively.
Nikon P950 vs Panasonic LZ20 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the P950 and LZ20.
All in all, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of files though you need to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern P950 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon P950 vs Panasonic LZ20 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P950 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P950 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2020-01-07 | 2012-07-18 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-2000mm (83.3x) | 25-525mm (21.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/3.1-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 90% | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 300 secs | 15 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 11.50 m (at Auto ISO) | 6.80 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720p ( 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | EN-EL20a lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1005 grams (2.22 pounds) | 499 grams (1.10 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 140 x 110 x 150mm (5.5" x 4.3" x 5.9") | 120 x 76 x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 290 images | 380 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $797 | $250 |