Nikon P950 vs Sony RX10 II

Here, we are looking at the Nikon P950 vs Sony RX10 II, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the P950 (16MP) and the RX10 II (20MP) is very similar but the P950 (1/2.3") and RX10 II (1") posses totally different sensor size.

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The P950 was launched 4 years later than the RX10 II and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the P950 grades versus the RX10 II when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P950 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 II. The complete galleries are available at Nikon P950 Gallery and Sony RX10 II Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon P950 offers outside 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) whilst the Sony RX10 II has proportions of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") having a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the P950 and the RX10 II.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P950 and RX10 II is 52 and 58 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the P950 and RX10 II.

As you can see, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The P950 because of its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Sony RX10 II will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more modern P950 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.