Nikon P950 vs Panasonic SZ10
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Nikon P950 vs Panasonic SZ10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-2000mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 1005g - 140 x 110 x 150mm
- Released January 2020
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 177g - 99 x 60 x 30mm
- Released January 2015

Nikon P950 vs Panasonic SZ10 Overview
The following is a comprehensive overview of the Nikon P950 and Panasonic SZ10, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the P950 (16MP) and the SZ10 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The P950 was introduced 5 years after the SZ10 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Nikon P950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic SZ10 being a Compact camera.
Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the P950 grades against the SZ10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon P950 vs Panasonic SZ10 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P950 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P950 Gallery and Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P950 over the Panasonic SZ10
P950 | SZ10 | |||
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Released | January 2020 | ![]() | January 2015 | Newer by 61 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | 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 SZ10 over the Nikon P950
SZ10 | P950 |
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Common features in the Nikon P950 and Panasonic SZ10
P950 | SZ10 | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Nikon P950 vs Panasonic SZ10 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon P950 provides external 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 SZ10 has measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon P950 and Panasonic SZ10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the P950 against the SZ10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the P950 and SZ10 is 52 and 93 respectively.

Nikon P950 vs Panasonic SZ10 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specifications. The pic underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the P950 and SZ10.
Plainly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photographs but you really should factor the production date of the products into consideration. The newer P950 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

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Nikon P950 vs Panasonic SZ10 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P950 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix P950 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2020-01-07 | 2015-01-06 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-2000mm (83.3x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Display size | 3.2" | 3" |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 90% | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 300s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames per second | 1.4 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 11.50 m (at Auto ISO) | 5.20 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | EN-EL20a lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1005g (2.22 lb) | 177g (0.39 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 140 x 110 x 150mm (5.5" x 4.3" x 5.9") | 99 x 60 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 290 photos | 200 photos |
Battery style | 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 | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $797 | $200 |