Nikon P950 vs Sony H200
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Nikon P950 vs Sony H200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-2000mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 1005g - 140 x 110 x 150mm
- Introduced January 2020
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-633mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 530g - 123 x 83 x 87mm
- Launched January 2013

Nikon P950 vs Sony H200 Overview
In this article, we will be analyzing the Nikon P950 versus Sony H200, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the P950 (16MP) and the H200 (20MP) is pretty comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The P950 was introduced 7 years after the H200 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the P950 grades against the H200 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon P950 vs Sony H200 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P950 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P950 Gallery & Sony H200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P950 over the Sony H200
P950 | H200 | |||
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Launched | January 2020 | ![]() | January 2013 | Newer by 86 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony H200 over the Nikon P950
H200 | P950 |
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Common features in the Nikon P950 and Sony H200
P950 | H200 | |||
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Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Nikon P950 vs Sony H200 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon P950 offers external dimensions 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 Sony H200 has specifications of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") having a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon P950 versus Sony H200 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the P950 vs the H200.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the P950 and H200 is 52 and 67 respectively.

Nikon P950 vs Sony H200 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the P950 and H200.
All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sony H200 to produce greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher P950 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

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Nikon P950 vs Sony H200 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P950 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix P950 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2020-01-07 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 2920 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-2000mm (83.3x) | 24-633mm (26.4x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 20cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | ClearPhoto LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 90% | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 300s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 11.50 m (at Auto ISO) | 6.80 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | EN-EL20a lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1005 gr (2.22 pounds) | 530 gr (1.17 pounds) |
Dimensions | 140 x 110 x 150mm (5.5" x 4.3" x 5.9") | 123 x 83 x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") |
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 pictures | 240 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $797 | $250 |