Let’s compare the Nikon Coolpix P950 vs Nikon Coolpix B500.
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 Nikon Coolpix B500. Both cameras have 1/2.3 inch sensors but Nikon Coolpix P950 has a 16.0 MP and Nikon Coolpix B500 has a 16.1 MP resolution.
Nikon Coolpix P950 | Nikon Coolpix B500 | |
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Sensor and Camera Features | ||
Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
Megapixels | 16.0 | 16.1 |
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) | 4608 x 3456 (15.9 MP, 4:3) |
Body Image Stabilization | No | No |
Native ISO | Min 100 - Max 6400 | Min 125 - Max 6400 |
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, 125, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200*, 6400*; *Available when using Auto mode |
Startup Time | ||
AF System and Shooting | ||
Auto Focus Type | Contrast Detection: Target Finding AF, Face priority, Spot, Normal, Wide, Subject Tracking | Contrast Detection: Center, Face priority, Manual with 99 focus areas, Subject tracking, Target Finding AF |
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, 125, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200*, 6400*; *Available when using Auto mode |
Shutter Speed Range | 1/4000 - 5 sec | 1/1500 - 4 sec |
Bulb Mode | No | No |
JPEG Buffer Size | 10 | 7 |
AW Buffer Size | ||
Screen/viewfinder | ||
LCD | 3.2 | 3.0 |
LCD Resolution | 921,000 dots | 921,000 dots (307,200 px) |
Touchscreen | No | No |
Articulating Screen | Yes | Yes |
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 (60i/50i/30p/25p) |
Video File Format | MOV (Video: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, Audio: AAC stereo) | MP4 (Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, Audio: AAC 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 (Type-D) HDMI |
Connectivity | ||
Built-In Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
NFC | No | Yes |
Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
Built-In GPS | No | No |
USB Type | USB 2.0 High Speed,Bluetooth,WiFi | USB 2.0 High Speed,Bluetooth,WiFi |
Physical | ||
Battery Life (CIPA) | ||
Battery Types | Lithium-ion rechargeable | Alkaline, Lithium disposables; NiMH rechargeables |
Weight | 35.5 oz (1,005 g) includes batteries | 19.1 oz (541 g) includes batteries |
Size | 5.5 x 4.3 x 5.9 in. (140 x 110 x 150 mm) | 4.5 x 3.1 x 3.8 in. (114 x 78 x 96 mm) |
Price | ||
Price | Buy from Amazon for $799.00 | Buy from Amazon for $256.95 |
Release Date | 2020-02-01 | 2016-04-15 |