Characterized by its expansive zoom, the COOLPIX P950, from Nikon, is a versatile compact camera offering a unique mixture of stills and video capabilities along with reach to photograph even the most distant of subjects. The 16MP 1/2.3" CMOS sensor features a back-illuminated design that contributes to a high degree of clarity and reduced noise to better suit working at high sensitivities and in difficult lighting conditions. The sensor also permits recording UHD 4K video at up to 30 fps, Full HD video at up to 60 fps, and in-camera time-lapse recording and movie creation.

Complementing the imaging capabilities, the P950 is, of course, distinguished by its huge 83x optical zoom lens, which covers a 24-2000mm equivalent focal length range. This immense reach is benefitted by Dual Detect Vibration Reduction, which compensates for the effects of camera shake in order to realize sharper results when shooting handheld. Additionally, the P950 also features a bright 2.36m-dot OLED electronic viewfinder, large 3.2" 921k-dot vari-angle LCD monitor, and has built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for wireless sharing and remote camera control.

16MP 1/2.3" BSI CMOS Sensor    NIKKOR 83x Optical Zoom Lens    24-2000mm (35mm Equivalent)    UHD 4K30 and Full HD 60p Video    Dual Detect Optical Vibration Reduction    2.36m-Dot OLED Electronic Viewfinder    3.2" 921k-Dot Vari-Angle LCD Monitor    ISO 100-6400, 7 fps Shooting    Built-In Wi-Fi and Bluetooth

Featuring a 16MP 1/2.3" BSI CMOS sensor, the P950 is capable of realizing high-resolution stills and video along with notable speed and sensitivity. The BSI design of the sensor yields reduced noise levels and greater image clarity when working within the expandable ISO 100-6400 sensitivity range. The sensor and EXPEED processor also enables quick continuous stills shooting up to 7 fps at full resolution to suit working with moving subjects.

In addition to stills, the P950 is also capable of UHD 4K video recording at up to 30 fps and Full HD recording at 60 fps. Time lapse recording is supported, too, with in-camera processing to produce time lapse movies at 25 or 30 fps playback.

The P950's key feature is its impressive 83x zoom lens, which provides a huge wide-angle to super telephoto 24-2000mm equivalent focal length range. This range can be effectively doubled to 166x when using Dynamic Fine Zoom for even greater reach to truly isolate those distant subjects. At the wide-angle end, the lens has a bright f/2.8 design to suit working in available light and Dual Detect VR also helps to minimize the appearance of camera shake to suit handheld shooting. Additionally, the lens's optical design incorporates Super ED glass to suppress a variety of aberrations throughout the zoom range for improved sharpness and clarity.

• Bright 2.36m-dot OLED electronic viewfinder is a clear and useful means for eye-level monitoring and benefits working at longer focal lengths by serving as an additional physical point of contact against the camera.

• For image review and menu navigation, a large 3.2" 921k-dot LCD is featured, and has a vari-angle design to better enable working from high, low, and front-facing angles.

• Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth work in conjunction with Nikon's SnapBridge app for wireless file transferring and remote camera control from a linked mobile device.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is there image stabilization?

A: There is image stabilization in the Nikon COOLPIX P950 Digital Camera body (digital) and lens (optical).

Q: 2. Does the P950 have a digital level?

A: Hi Sheryl, The "Virtual Horizon" feature will allow you to check and correct for tilt and pitch.

Q: 3. Would this be a good camera choice to take to Disney world?

A: Yes, it is a great all around travel camera that covers all focal ranges.

Q: 4. can I take football photos at a Highschool game where the light is not that good?

A: The biggest advantage you have is that is gives you a lot of zoom to see things happening on the field, but in terms of over all control and performance capturing movement in lower light situations, this does not do the best compared to others such as the Sony R10III or IV, Lumix FZ1000, or Lumix FZ2500.

Q: 5. Is it easy to video flying birds while zoomed in? Also can you choose between 4K and 1080HD video to save memory?

A: The P950's extreme zoom might make it a little hard to track birds in flight, but it will depend on what support tools you might have on you (tripod, monopod). Yes, you are able to choose your video resolution. :)

Q: 6. Does the P950 package include a Battery Charger?

A: Nikon COOLPIX P950 Digital Camera Deluxe Kit includes a USB cable and a USB to wall adapter so you can charge the battery while it is in the camera and the camera is connected to the wall outlet. It doesn't include an external charger. That would have to be purchased separately. This is a good option for an external charger: bhpho.to/3Xf8Rzr

Q: 7. I'm Wondering If I Can Use My Nikon SB-700 Speedlight With This Coolpix P950 Camera? I Know That It Has A Built In Flash But Sometimes I Like The Extra Light Output That I Get From My External Flash Unit! Thank You!

A: The Nikon COOLPIX P950 Digital Camera can be used with the Nikon SB-700 Speedlight

Q: 8. What is the bitrate of the 4K Video files?

A: The bitrate of the 4K Video files for the Nikon COOLPIX P950 Digital Camera is 420

Q: 9. Can the P950 use a remote wireless shutter release?

A: Yes, this camera can be used with a wireless shutter release. Here is a link to the compatible shutter releases: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/accessories/Shutter-Releases-for-the-Nikon-P950/1538573-REG-48203?filters=fct_shutter-release-type_3548%3Awireless-bluetooth%7Cwireless-rf-radio-frequency

Q: 10. Can I use P900 batteries with the P950?

A: Hi, the battery for the P900 is not compatible with the P950, which uses a much more powerful battery.