Thank you so much for a very refreshing review that really tested out the capabilities of the P950 on real wildlife subjects. I am so tired of the many "review videos" that treated the P950 like a telescope and showing nothing except shaky videos or far away hazy scenaries.
The P950 seems to me to be a beefed up version of a Nikon B700, which I own. Nice presentation and a nice straight forward look at what this camera can do. It was nice to see the way you used the camera on wildlife and nearby scenery, rather than how it's done by others, with the inevitable zooming in at something 20 miles away and then complaining about how crappy the image is. Great work!
Thank you Bill, all my reviews are based on general use and how I would use a specific product in what I do. I really like the P950 over the P1000 and the P900. As I have owned all of them. I think Nikon nailed this one for an optimal bridge camera. Thanks for watching.
lololol at around 11:02 right after the rocodile closeup, when the camera came back to you, your voice came out funny for a moment there haha ... wonderful video and great captures!!!! I too have this camera and sometimes struggle recording manually on sunny days lol
Thanks for the info, I got a P1000 to do 4K vids. I have a Canon 8000D (rebel 760, 1080p max) with a 150-600mm sigma lens. They are pretty comparable, but I will put the Canon slightly ahead of the P1000 in general, but you know there are times where its so close, even the P1000 seems better some times, and the zoom out of the box is better than zooming the 1080p canon vids in editing in terms of getting the job done. I have two vids on my channel to compare them on pretty similar shots on the same day, same time so you can judge for yourself. Hope that helps for those interested
Hi really nice video, i’m a beginner in the photography and i just bought a Coolpix P950, how do you get that sharpness and details in the 5:05 shot? That crocodile eye zoom. For now i’m using the auto mode, have you used the manual mode with some settings? Please help me, sorry for the english i’m from Italy.
@@DaleMrDSimmons Thanks for the answer, switch to manual mode ok, but how can i do the manual focus? I heard that the big wheel on the left under the microphone jack it's for adjust the focus, but in reality when i move that wheel it changes the exposure, how can i do the manual focus?
Well, hello. Nice, zippy production. You know your music. What's the quality of that viewfinder? And I hear Florida is facing an influx of sargasso material about the width of the country...
I’m not sure of its pixel density but it performs well as I use the viewfinder more than the screen. Sawgrass is kind of everywhere but that’s Florida. Thanks for watching.
Is the p950 usable without a tripod? Or maybe with a monopod/hiking pole? Considering the extra weight and zoom of this vs the lighter Panasonic z80 and canon sx70. I want at least 1000mm so that eliminates a lot of the other models
I hand shoot my P950 a lot. I also use a monopod when doing wildlife photography. I rarely have to use a tripod with the p950. Once in a while I will take a tripod with me but normally not.
Nice video, I'm looking to buy one. How is it with night shots on the fly. Nothing special just if you're out with friends and want to get a few shots?
@@DaleMrDSimmons I'm really torn between this and the Panasonic FZ1000ii, it has a full 1" sensor so should be better in low light. But the P950 zoom is really enticing.
@@MikeMcIntyreintechrity no, I rarely use the P950 for video as my DJI Pocket 2 is my video production camera. I have done a couple of 4K clips with the P950 but prefer the Pocket due to it’s 3 axis gimbal.
@@DaleMrDSimmons Thank you. As for my bird photography approx. 1000mm focal length are enough compared to DSLR/DSLM cameras. Therefore the Canon SX70 is more handy and the camera specs are the same as the Nikon P950. Would be interesting to compare the autofocus between both cameras.
I also live in Florida, I Bought the p1000. I dont know all that much about cameras, but I did notice that the extra zoom you get on the p1000 is kinda a waste for me, because its so wavy. if you could give me some advice on how i can get better videos at the max zoom I would really appreciate it. again. i really am new at photography. and I enjoy videoing wildlife in low light. mornings. Thanks
@@haveheartwilltravel2338 my pleasure. I understand, maybe play around with the shutter speed or something. I hate when that happens, it happens to me as well during summertime LOL
Well guys I sold my P1000 as it did not meet what I wanted to achieve, also it was way to big. I went and purchased the P950 and it does meet my needs and I didn’t sacrifice that much. Does great in my kayaking and except for the 3000mm, I get 2000mm I really like the P950.
There are several reasons. Mainly, 1200 optical vs 2000 on the p950. The fz has a fixed lcd where the 950 is fully articulated. Higher quality glass. Just to mention a few. I do own the G7 which is a great consumer camera for my on kayaking videos which I prefer over the P950.
You are welcome. I was a professional for almost 40 years. Film, dark rooms all that. Those older cameras required the photographer to understand every facet of photography. With today’s technology the newer cameras are rich in features. But your best results are always in manual mode. Thanks for watching.
Thank you so much for a very refreshing review that really tested out the capabilities of the P950 on real wildlife subjects. I am so tired of the many "review videos" that treated the P950 like a telescope and showing nothing except shaky videos or far away hazy scenaries.
I’m so sorry for the tardy response. I appreciate your comments. Thanks for watching.
@@kokhowe glad you enjoyed. Thanks for watching.
You took Great photos with Bridge cam... I am p950 owner n I am very much happy with that...
The P950 seems to me to be a beefed up version of a Nikon B700, which I own. Nice presentation and a nice straight forward look at what this camera can do. It was nice to see the way you used the camera on wildlife and nearby scenery, rather than how it's done by others, with the inevitable zooming in at something 20 miles away and then complaining about how crappy the image is. Great work!
Thank you Bill, all my reviews are based on general use and how I would use a specific product in what I do. I really like the P950 over the P1000 and the P900. As I have owned all of them. I think Nikon nailed this one for an optimal bridge camera. Thanks for watching.
lololol at around 11:02 right after the rocodile closeup, when the camera came back to you, your voice came out funny for a moment there haha ... wonderful video and great captures!!!!
I too have this camera and sometimes struggle recording manually on sunny days lol
Thank you, sir. You helped me make up my mind between this and the p1000. I'll be getting this camera very soon.
I must be honest, I owned the P1000 and sold it for the P950. I really like it a lot. The P1000 was just too big. Thanks for watching.
Very nicely presented Dale! I too love the long reach superzooms. They make a good combo with a DSLR/MILC camera. Both have their place.
Wow...fantastic work, that gator is scary! Also, I just got the 950 last week and loving the zoom!
@@radiobill2085 so glad you like it. I think the P950 is the best bridge camera on the market. Enjoy
Thank You very much for great and charming video of yours and blessing greetings from Finland. You have taken super beautiful photos. 🥰
Thank you so much
The Nikon P950 is the only camera that I use. It’s a top notch camera. Great video. ❤❤❤
@@tomgodzik8951 the P950 is a great camera.
Thanks for the info, I got a P1000 to do 4K vids. I have a Canon 8000D (rebel 760, 1080p max) with a 150-600mm sigma lens. They are pretty comparable, but I will put the Canon slightly ahead of the P1000 in general, but you know there are times where its so close, even the P1000 seems better some times, and the zoom out of the box is better than zooming the 1080p canon vids in editing in terms of getting the job done. I have two vids on my channel to compare them on pretty similar shots on the same day, same time so you can judge for yourself. Hope that helps for those interested
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Good review, I’ve just ordered a P950 as opposed to the P1000… Hi from Sherwood Forest in the UK…
You will like it. Say hello to Robin😅
this is actually better than p1000. at least you can use it on a tripod. and the differece between 2000mm anf 3000 mm is not that much.
Thank you very much. I totally agree with your review.
Thanks for watching
Nice practical review. If it was not about the size, which one is better in terms of photo quality - P950 or the P1000. Thanks!
Both have the same sensors. Picture quality is basically the same.
Thanks again!@@DaleMrDSimmons
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Hi really nice video, i’m a beginner in the photography and i just bought a Coolpix P950, how do you get that sharpness and details in the 5:05 shot? That crocodile eye zoom. For now i’m using the auto mode, have you used the manual mode with some settings? Please help me, sorry for the english i’m from Italy.
Spot metering, manual focus and Manual mode. Auto mode will only give you a general evaluative focus, aperture and shutter speed. Hope that helps
@@DaleMrDSimmons Thanks for the answer, switch to manual mode ok, but how can i do the manual focus? I heard that the big wheel on the left under the microphone jack it's for adjust the focus, but in reality when i move that wheel it changes the exposure, how can i do the manual focus?
@@stefanoquaranta6988 To get the manual focus wheel to control focus and not exposure compensation just change AF to MF using the AF to MF switch.
@@DaleMrDSimmons Ok thanks a lot
Well, hello. Nice, zippy production. You know your music. What's the quality of that viewfinder? And I hear Florida is facing an influx of sargasso material about the width of the country...
I’m not sure of its pixel density but it performs well as I use the viewfinder more than the screen. Sawgrass is kind of everywhere but that’s Florida. Thanks for watching.
Great review!
Would you choose the P950 over the Panasonix Lumix fz 2000 if you could only have one camera?
Absolutely
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Thank you sir.
Is the p950 usable without a tripod? Or maybe with a monopod/hiking pole? Considering the extra weight and zoom of this vs the lighter Panasonic z80 and canon sx70. I want at least 1000mm so that eliminates a lot of the other models
I hand shoot my P950 a lot. I also use a monopod when doing wildlife photography. I rarely have to use a tripod with the p950. Once in a while I will take a tripod with me but normally not.
@@DaleMrDSimmons thanks!
@@kristib6983 you’re welcome
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Nice video, I'm looking to buy one. How is it with night shots on the fly. Nothing special just if you're out with friends and want to get a few shots?
It is not great in low light but in manual mode on a tripod it will do fine
@@DaleMrDSimmons I'm really torn between this and the Panasonic FZ1000ii, it has a full 1" sensor so should be better in low light. But the P950 zoom is really enticing.
@@MikeMcIntyreintechrity I also have the FZ but to be honest I prefer the P950.
@@DaleMrDSimmons Oh that's really useful to know, thank you. Have you done a video on using the P950 in manual mode? I'd like to see that.
@@MikeMcIntyreintechrity no, I rarely use the P950 for video as my DJI Pocket 2 is my video production camera. I have done a couple of 4K clips with the P950 but prefer the Pocket due to it’s 3 axis gimbal.
Canon SX70 would be an alternative. Did you tried?
Yes I have, it’s just okay. The P950 have so many more features. I gave the SX 70 to my sister which she uses that with her kayaking.
@@DaleMrDSimmons Thank you. As for my bird photography approx. 1000mm focal length are enough compared to DSLR/DSLM cameras. Therefore the Canon SX70 is more handy and the camera specs are the same as the Nikon P950. Would be interesting to compare the autofocus between both cameras.
I also live in Florida, I Bought the p1000. I dont know all that much about cameras, but I did notice that the extra zoom you get on the p1000 is kinda a waste for me, because its so wavy. if you could give me some advice on how i can get better videos at the max zoom I would really appreciate it. again. i really am new at photography. and I enjoy videoing wildlife in low light. mornings. Thanks
using a tripod will help drastically lol
Thanks but I do have one. you know the waviness when zooming in. I think it might be the heat. I don't know, but thanks for replying
@@haveheartwilltravel2338 my pleasure. I understand, maybe play around with the shutter speed or something. I hate when that happens, it happens to me as well during summertime LOL
Well guys I sold my P1000 as it did not meet what I wanted to achieve, also it was way to big. I went and purchased the P950 and it does meet my needs and I didn’t sacrifice that much. Does great in my kayaking and except for the 3000mm, I get 2000mm I really like the P950.
Why do you think this is better than the FZ80?
There are several reasons. Mainly, 1200 optical vs 2000 on the p950. The fz has a fixed lcd where the 950 is fully articulated. Higher quality glass. Just to mention a few. I do own the G7 which is a great consumer camera for my on kayaking videos which I prefer over the P950.
@@DaleMrDSimmons Thanks for the reply. There is a lot to learn with cameras.
You are welcome. I was a professional for almost 40 years. Film, dark rooms all that. Those older cameras required the photographer to understand every facet of photography. With today’s technology the newer cameras are rich in features. But your best results are always in manual mode. Thanks for watching.
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Great video Mr D-Wish I’d got the P950 but early on I bought the P900,I’ll wait to get the P950 but it’s an amazing upgrade Mr D🚣♀️
Yes, I was pleasantly surprised working with it today.