Canon G3 X vs Nikon L820

In this article, we are looking at the Canon G3 X versus Nikon L820, one is a Large Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the G3 X (20MP) and L820 (16MP) and the G3 X (1") and L820 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The G3 X was revealed 2 years after the L820 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the G3 X matches up versus the L820 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G3 X and Nikon Coolpix L820. The full galleries are provided at Canon G3 X Gallery and Nikon L820 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon G3 X has physical dimensions of 123mm x 77mm x 105mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 4.1") along with a weight of 733 grams (1.62 lbs) and the Nikon L820 has dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") and a weight of 470 grams (1.04 lbs).

Check the Canon G3 X versus Nikon L820 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the G3 X vs the L820.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the G3 X and L820 is 60 and 72 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specifications. The picture underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the G3 X and L820.

To sum up, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The G3 X having a larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Canon G3 X will produce more detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent G3 X is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.