Let’s compare the Nikon Coolpix P950 vs Canon PowerShot SX720 HS.
Our comparison table below covers all the important specifications of each camera. In this side-by-side review, we will be comparing Nikon Coolpix P950 and Canon PowerShot SX720 HS. Both cameras have 1/2.3 inch sensors but Nikon Coolpix P950 has a 16.0 MP and Canon PowerShot SX720 HS has a 20.3 MP resolution.
Nikon Coolpix P950 | Canon PowerShot SX720 HS | |
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Sensor and Camera Features | ||
Brand | Nikon | Canon |
Megapixels | 16.0 | 20.3 |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor Format | 1/2.3 inch | 1/2.3 inch |
SLR Type | Point & Shoot | Point & Shoot |
Crop Factor | n/a | n/a |
AA Filter | None | None |
Image Resolution | 4608 x 3456 (15.9 MP, 4:3) | 5184 x 3888 (20.2 MP, 4:3) |
Body Image Stabilization | No | No |
Native ISO | Min 100 - Max 6400 | Min 80 - Max 3200 |
Full ISO Settings | Auto, ISO 100 - 1600; ISO 3200, 6400 (available when using P, S, A or M mode); ISO Hi 1 (equivalent to ISO 12,800 available when using High ISO monochrome in special effects mode) | Auto, ISO 80-3200 |
Startup Time | ||
AF System and Shooting | ||
Auto Focus Type | Contrast Detection: Target Finding AF, Face priority, Spot, Normal, Wide, Subject Tracking | Contrast Detection; Face Detect AiAF, Single AF point (center or face select and track) |
Continuous Shooting Speed / Burst Mode | Auto, ISO 100 - 1600; ISO 3200, 6400 (available when using P, S, A or M mode); ISO Hi 1 (equivalent to ISO 12,800 available when using High ISO monochrome in special effects mode) | Auto, ISO 80-3200 |
Shutter Speed Range | 1/4000 - 5 sec | 1/3200 - 15 sec |
Bulb Mode | No | No |
JPEG Buffer Size | 10 | |
AW Buffer Size | ||
Screen/viewfinder | ||
LCD | 3.2 | 3.0 |
LCD Resolution | 921,000 dots | 921,600 dots (307,200 px) |
Touchscreen | No | No |
Articulating Screen | Yes | No |
Tilt Swivel Screen | Yes | No |
Selfie Screen | Yes | No |
Top Deck Display | No | No |
Focus Peaking | Yes | No |
Viewfinder | EVF / LCD | No / LCD |
Viewfinder Type | 1-cm (0.39-in.), approx. 2359k-dot OLED with the diopter adjustment function (-3 to +3 m-1); eye sensor | |
Focus Peaking | Yes | No |
Video Features | ||
Video Resolution | 3840x2160 (30p/25p) | 1920x1080 (60p/30p) |
Video File Format | MOV (Video: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, Audio: AAC stereo) | MP4 (Image data: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264; Audio data: MPEG-4 AAC-LC (Stereo)) |
Memory Card Type | SD / SDHC / SDXC | SD / SDHC / SDXC |
Dual Card Slot | No | No |
SD UHS Support | ||
Microphone Jack | No | No |
Headphone Jack | No | No |
Flash and Internal Connections | ||
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Max Flash Sync Speed | 1/4000 | |
Internal connections | Micro (Type D) HDMI, Micro-B USB 2.0, Wired remote jack | Micro-B USB, Micro (Type-D) HDMI |
Connectivity | ||
Built-In Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
NFC | No | Yes |
Bluetooth | Yes | No |
Built-In GPS | No | No |
USB Type | USB 2.0 High Speed,Bluetooth,WiFi | USB 2.0 High Speed,WiFi |
Physical | ||
Battery Life (CIPA) | ||
Battery Types | Lithium-ion rechargeable | Lithium-ion rechargeable |
Weight | 35.5 oz (1,005 g) includes batteries | 9.5 oz (270 g) includes batteries |
Size | 5.5 x 4.3 x 5.9 in. (140 x 110 x 150 mm) | 4.3 x 2.5 x 1.4 in. (110 x 64 x 36 mm) |
Price | ||
Price | Buy from Amazon for $799.00 | Buy from Amazon for $299.28 |
Release Date | 2020-02-01 | 2016-03-15 |