Nikon P950 vs Sony HX400V

Lets look a little more closely at the Nikon P950 versus Sony HX400V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the P950 (16MP) and the HX400V (20MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The P950 was manufactured 5 years after the HX400V which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the P950 grades versus the HX400V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P950 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The entire galleries are available at Nikon P950 Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon P950 comes with outer measurements of 140mm x 110mm x 150mm (5.5" x 4.3" x 5.9") accompanied by a weight of 1005 grams (2.22 lbs) and the Sony HX400V has specifications of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon P950 versus Sony HX400V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the P950 compared to the HX400V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P950 and HX400V is 52 and 62 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through a spec sheet. The pic underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the P950 and HX400V.

As you can see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony HX400V to resolve greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer P950 will have an advantage in sensor tech.