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COOLPIX P1100 Superzoom Digital Camera vs COOLPIX P950 Superzoom Digital Camera

Ravvy scores COOLPIX P1100 Superzoom Digital Camera at 85.13 and COOLPIX P950 Superzoom Digital Camera at 83.17. COOLPIX P1100 Superzoom Digital Camera takes the overall pick, best for wildlife enthusiasts and lunar photographers who prioritize reach over sensor size.

Ravvy pick

Nikon COOLPIX P1100 Superzoom Digital Camera | 125x Optical Zoom with Image Stabilization 16 MP 4K Ultra HD Video Wi-Fi Connectivity RAW Format and Rotating LCD Screen (Black) Bundle / Digital Camera

$1,047

The Nikon P1100 is the ultimate niche tool for those who need maximum magnification, trading low light performance for the ability to see things no other consumer camera can.

NIkon COOLPIX P950 Superzoom Digital Camera | 83x Optical Zoom with Image Stabilization 16 MP 4K Ultra HD Video Wi-Fi Connectivity RAW Format and Rotating LCD Screen (Black) Bundle / Digital Camera

$847

The P950 is the definitive choice for outdoor explorers who want astronomical zoom capabilities in a single body while accepting the limitations of a smaller sensor in dim lighting.

How they score

FactorCOOLPIX P1100 Superzoom Digital CameraCOOLPIX P950 Superzoom Digital Camera
Portability6565.5
Magnification99–
Video Versatility85–
Image Stabilization92.5–
Low Light Performance68.5–
Zoom Range–99
Versatility–91
Image Quality–72
Stabilization–89.5

COOLPIX P1100 Superzoom Digital Camera

What owners praise

  • Unmatched 3000mm equivalent focal length
  • Dual Detect Optical VR for steady handheld shots
  • Supports RAW format for better post processing
  • Fully articulating 3.2 inch LCD screen
  • 4K UHD video capability with external mic support

What to know first

  • Large and heavy compared to standard bridge cameras
  • Small 1/2.3 inch sensor limits low light quality
  • Autofocus can struggle at maximum zoom distances

Skip it if low light indoor photographers or those seeking a pocketable travel camera

COOLPIX P950 Superzoom Digital Camera

What owners praise

  • Unrivaled 83x optical zoom range
  • RAW image capture for advanced post processing
  • Highly effective optical vibration reduction
  • Fully articulating vari angle display
  • Dedicated bird and moon observation modes

What to know first

  • Small sensor limits performance in low light
  • Autofocus can struggle at the extreme end of the zoom
  • Relatively heavy compared to standard compacts

Skip it if professional wedding photographers or low light indoor shooting

Specs side by side

SpecCOOLPIX P1100 Superzoom Digital CameraCOOLPIX P950 Superzoom Digital Camera
UPC018208265411018208265329
ASINB0DWSYJLGJB083K41SKC
GTIN018208265411018208265329
ZoomOptical ZoomOptical Zoom
BrandNikonNikon
ColorBlackBlack
Bit Depth14 Bit12 Bit
Crop Mode4:34:3
Lens TypeTelephotoZoom
Focus ModeContinuous-Servo AF (AF-C), Manual Focus (MF), Single-Servo AF (AF-S)Continuous-Servo AF (AF-C)
Focus TypeAuto Focus, Manual FocusAuto Focus, Manual Focus
Generation1–

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