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. Would this be a good camera to buy for birding and wildlife photography?

A: Yes the Nikon Coolpix P950 would be an excellent choice for birding and wildlife photos due to its long zoom range.

Q: 2. Is it possible to shoot in 9:16 ratio? Or just 3:4?

A: Unfortunately Nikon COOLPIX P950 Digital Camera does not offer 9:16 aspect ratio. It offers 4:3, 16:9, 3:2, and 1:1.

Q: 3. Do you (B&H) sell Nikon's dot sight eyepiece adapter for their P950? I've been searching your GREAT app for months and it never comes up!!

A: B&H does not carry Nikon red dot sights.

Q: 4. Which version of Photoshop Elements can be used to open RAW from this camera?

A: Adobe Photoshop Elements uses Adobe's Camera Raw plug-in to convert RAW images in Photoshop Elements. According to Adobe's website, the minimum Camera Raw plug-in version compatible for use with the .NEF RAW files from the Nikon Coolpix P950 Digital Camera would be version 12.2. As long as you upgrade your Photoshop Element's Camera Raw plug-in to version 12.2, it should be compatible for use with your camera's .NEF RAW files.

Q: 5. 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: 6. Can you use the included lens cap with the lens hood installed?

A: Yes you can use the lens cap while the lens hood is installed.

Q: 7. 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: 8. What is the fastest SD card this camera will benefit from?

A: The one that comes with it in the free accessory kit.

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. What is the color space and bit depth of video? 4:2:0 8 bit, 4:2:0 10 bit?

A: Looking over the camera the internal capture specs is showing 8 bit 420 and 8 bit 422 external over HDMI.