Nikon COOLPIX P950
Its 83x optical zoom lens, reaching a 2000mm equivalent focal length, makes extreme telephoto shooting possible in a fixed-lens body. The 3.2-inch articulating display and 4K video recording add framing flexibility and solid resolution for a superzoom. This camera is best for wildlife observers and long-distance hobbyists who prioritize massive reach over portability or low-light sensor performance.
Type compact
Sensor 16MP 1/ 2.3 in.
Video 4K @30fps
Weight 1005 g
28 Overall Score
Price CA$999
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
Cons
- Below average sensor (10th percentile)
- Below average burst (28th percentile)
- Below average stabilization (32th percentile)
- Below average af (33th percentile)
What owners think
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Sensor
| Type | CMOS |
| Size | 1/ 2.3 in." |
| Megapixels | 16 MP |
| ISO Range | 100 |
Video
| Max Resolution | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 30 |
| 1080p FPS | 60 |
Display & EVF
| Screen Size | 3.2" |
| Articulating | Yes |
Build
| Weight | 1.0 kg / 2.2 lbs |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
vs Competition
| Spec | Nikon COOLPIX P950 | Canon EOS R6 Mark III R6 Mark III | Sony a7 a7 V | Fujifilm X-H2 X-H2 | Panasonic LUMIX GH7 GH7 | OM System OM-1 Mark II OM-1 Mark II |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | compact | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | 16MP 1/ 2.3 in. | 32.5MP full-frame | 33MP full-frame | 40.2MP aps-c | 25.2MP micro-four-thirds | 20.4MP micro-four-thirds |
| AF Points | - | 1053 | 759 | 425 | 315 | 1053 |
| Burst FPS | - | 40 | 30 | 20 | 75 | 120 |
| Video | 4K @30fps | 6K @120fps | 4K @120fps | 8K @60fps | 5K @120fps | 4K @60fps |
| IBIS | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 1005 | 609 | 610 | 579 | 721 | 511 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Af | Evf | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | Connectivity | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nikon COOLPIX P950 | 32.6 | 35.5 | 59.9 | 28.4 | 57.6 | 10.1 | 44.9 | 62.4 | 47.8 | 32.4 |
| Canon EOS R6 Mark III R6 Mark III Compare | 98.3 | 87.3 | 94.5 | 92.8 | 89.3 | 58.3 | 96.4 | 98.9 | 93.1 | 99.5 |
| Sony a7 a7 V Compare | 95.3 | 88.2 | 94.6 | 90.4 | 89.3 | 59.6 | 96.5 | 99.4 | 93.1 | 96.1 |
| Fujifilm X-H2 X-H2 Compare | 87.4 | 95.4 | 89.2 | 84.8 | 95.2 | 97.5 | 96.8 | 82.8 | 93.1 | 93.6 |
| Panasonic LUMIX GH7 GH7 Compare | 83.5 | 87.3 | 97.6 | 95.1 | 97.2 | 55.7 | 89.1 | 82.8 | 93.1 | 96.1 |
| OM System OM-1 Mark II OM-1 Mark II Compare | 98.3 | 89.7 | 88.7 | 99.8 | 84.3 | 40.6 | 94.2 | 82.8 | 93.1 | 99.5 |
Price
Value & Pricing
Canadacomputers 1 offers From CA$999
May 15, 2026 CA$999 Unavailable
Usage Scores
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