Nikon P950 vs Panasonic ZS40

Below is a in-depth comparison of the Nikon P950 vs Panasonic ZS40, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the P950 (16MP) and the ZS40 (18MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The P950 was manufactured 6 years later than the ZS40 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon P950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS40 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the P950 scores vs the ZS40 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P950 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The entire galleries are available at Nikon P950 Gallery & Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon P950 features exterior measurements of 140mm x 110mm x 150mm (5.5" x 4.3" x 5.9") with a weight of 1005 grams (2.22 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS40 has specifications of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the P950 compared to the ZS40.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the P950 and ZS40 is 52 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements merely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the P950 and ZS40.

Clearly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS40 to provide more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The newer P950 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.