Nikon P950 vs Panasonic ZS70

Below, we are evaluating the Nikon P950 and Panasonic ZS70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the P950 (16MP) and the ZS70 (20MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The P950 was revealed 2 years later than the ZS70 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon P950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS70 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the P950 matches up against the ZS70 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P950 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon P950 Gallery and Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P950 features external 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) and the Panasonic ZS70 has dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

See the Nikon P950 and Panasonic ZS70 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the P950 and the ZS70.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the P950 and ZS70 is 52 and 87 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements just by checking specifications. The visual here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the P950 and ZS70.

To sum up, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS70 to give extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images much more aggressively. The younger P950 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.