Canon SX540 HS vs Nikon L830

In this article, we are analyzing the Canon SX540 HS versus Nikon L830, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX540 HS (20MP) and L830 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX540 HS was launched 2 years after the L830 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SX540 HS scores vs the L830 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS & Nikon Coolpix L830. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX540 HS Gallery & Nikon L830 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX540 HS has got exterior measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Nikon L830 has specifications of 110mm x 76mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") with a weight of 508 grams (1.12 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX540 HS versus Nikon L830 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the SX540 HS vs the L830.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX540 HS and L830 is 69 and 71 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions only by looking through specs. The pic here should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX540 HS and L830.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Canon SX540 HS to provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The more modern SX540 HS is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.