Nikon P950 vs Panasonic ZS50

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Nikon P950 vs Panasonic ZS50, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the P950 (16MP) and ZS50 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P950 was released 5 years later than the ZS50 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon P950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS50 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the P950 grades against the ZS50 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P950 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The complete galleries are available at Nikon P950 Gallery and Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon P950 has got external dimensions of 140mm x 110mm x 150mm (5.5" x 4.3" x 5.9") and a weight of 1005 grams (2.22 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS50 has proportions of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the P950 vs the ZS50.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the P950 and ZS50 is 52 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading specs. The graphic underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the P950 and ZS50.

All in all, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon P950 to deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer P950 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.