Nikon P950 vs Panasonic SZ8

Below is a extensive review of the Nikon P950 versus Panasonic SZ8, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the P950 (16MP) and the SZ8 (16MP) is pretty close and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P950 was released 6 years later than the SZ8 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon P950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic SZ8 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the P950 matches up against the SZ8 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P950 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon P950 Gallery and Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon P950 has got exterior measurements of 140mm x 110mm x 150mm (5.5" x 4.3" x 5.9") having a weight of 1005 grams (2.22 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ8 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the P950 and the SZ8.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P950 and SZ8 is 52 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by researching technical specs. The visual here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the P950 and SZ8.

As you can tell, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you should really consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent P950 should have an advantage in sensor tech.