Canon SX620 HS vs Nikon L830
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Canon SX620 HS vs Nikon L830 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-625mm (F3.2-6.6) lens
- 182g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
- Launched May 2016
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-765mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 508g - 110 x 76 x 91mm
- Released January 2014
- Succeeded the Nikon L820
- Replacement is Nikon L840

Canon SX620 HS vs Nikon L830 Overview
Lets look much closer at the Canon SX620 HS and Nikon L830, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX620 HS (20MP) and L830 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SX620 HS was unveiled 2 years after the L830 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX620 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon L830 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SX620 HS grades versus the L830 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX620 HS vs Nikon L830 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS & Nikon Coolpix L830. The full galleries are available at Canon SX620 HS Gallery & Nikon L830 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX620 HS over the Nikon L830
SX620 HS | L830 | |||
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Released | May 2016 | ![]() | January 2014 | Newer by 29 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 921k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon L830 over the Canon SX620 HS
L830 | SX620 HS | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Canon SX620 HS and Nikon L830
SX620 HS | L830 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Canon SX620 HS vs Nikon L830 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX620 HS enjoys external measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Nikon L830 has sizing of 110mm x 76mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") having a weight of 508 grams (1.12 lbs).
Check out the Canon SX620 HS and Nikon L830 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the SX620 HS versus the L830.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX620 HS and L830 is 93 and 71 respectively.

Canon SX620 HS vs Nikon L830 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through technical specs. The image here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX620 HS and L830.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Canon SX620 HS to show more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger SX620 HS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon SX620 HS vs Nikon L830 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX620 HS vs Nikon L830 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX620 HS | Nikon Coolpix L830 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX620 HS | Nikon Coolpix L830 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2016-05-10 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-625mm (25.0x) | 23-765mm (33.3x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.6 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 922k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.5 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 9.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p), 1280 x 960 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 182 grams (0.40 pounds) | 508 grams (1.12 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 110 x 76 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 295 shots | 390 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SC/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $279 | $300 |