{
  "id": 3764105,
  "title": "This powerful bridge camera has an 83x zoom lens and DSLR-style handling – don’t miss this deal!",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/27/this-powerful-bridge-camera-has-an-83x-zoom-lens-and-dslr-style",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-27T15:42:32.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Amateur Photographer",
    "slug": "amateur-photographer",
    "url": "https://amateurphotographer.com/latest/deals/this-powerful-bridge-camera-has-an-83x-zoom-lens-and-dslr-style-handling-dont-miss-this-deal/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Nikon Coolpix P950 bridge camera boasts an impressive 83x optical zoom lens, making it an excellent option for those seeking an all-in-one camera system without the need to change lenses frequently. This classic superzoom bridge camera, now available at a competitive price of £846.95 on Amazon in the UK, is worth considering before this tempting deal disappears, as such cameras are becoming increasingly scarce.\n\nWith a 16MP 1/2.3-inch CMOS sensor, the Nikon Coolpix P950 provides exceptional image quality. Its lens offers a massive 24-2000mm equivalent focal length range, which translates to an 83x optical zoom. Complementing this lens is an f/2.8-6.5 aperture, ensuring that the camera can perform well in various lighting conditions.\n\nCharging the camera is made easy via a Micro USB port, and users can capture stunning 4K/30p video footage. The camera's 3.2-inch, 921k-dot vari-angle TFT LCD display, coupled with a 0.39-inch OLED electronic viewfinder offering 2360k dots, allows photographers to frame their shots precisely.\n\nIn our original review, we highlighted the Nikon Coolpix P950's capability to optically zoom to a remarkable degree, a feat that even high-end flagship smartphones cannot achieve, often topping out at just 10x zoom lenses with very small sensors. Please note that prices are accurate at the time of publication but may vary at any moment, so it is recommended to check the retailer's website before making a purchase.",
  "summary": "All-in-one ultra-zoom bridge cameras offer a lot of zoom for not a lot of money, giving more reach than phones - check out this great Nikon deal The post This powerful bridge camera has an 83x zoom lens and DSLR-style handling – don’t miss this deal! appeared first on Amateur Photographer .",
  "key_points": [
    "Nikon Coolpix P950 features 83x optical zoom lens",
    "16MP sensor delivers high-quality images",
    "Micro USB charging and 4K video capabilities"
  ],
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  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}