Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon L830
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Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon L830 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 269g - 113 x 66 x 35mm
- Announced January 2015
- Previous Model is Canon SX700 HS
- Successor is Canon SX720 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- 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
- Superseded the Nikon L820
- Replacement is Nikon L840

Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon L830 Overview
In this write-up, we are evaluating the Canon SX710 HS versus Nikon L830, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX710 HS (20MP) and L830 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SX710 HS was brought out 13 months after the L830 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX710 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon L830 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SX710 HS matches up vs the L830 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon L830 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS & Nikon Coolpix L830. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX710 HS Gallery & Nikon L830 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX710 HS over the Nikon L830
SX710 HS | L830 | |||
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Released | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2014 | More modern by 13 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 921k | Clearer display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon L830 over the Canon SX710 HS
L830 | SX710 HS | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Canon SX710 HS and Nikon L830
SX710 HS | L830 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon L830 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX710 HS comes with external dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Nikon L830 has dimensions of 110mm x 76mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") with a weight of 508 grams (1.12 lbs).
Check the Canon SX710 HS versus Nikon L830 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the SX710 HS versus the L830.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX710 HS and L830 is 89 and 71 respectively.

Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon L830 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading a spec sheet. The image here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX710 HS and L830.
Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Canon SX710 HS to offer you greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more recent SX710 HS is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon L830 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon L830 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX710 HS | Nikon Coolpix L830 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX710 HS | Nikon Coolpix L830 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2015-01-06 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 6 | - |
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 | 20 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
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 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-750mm (30.0x) | 23-765mm (33.3x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 922k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 9.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 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 jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | 269 gr (0.59 lbs) | 508 gr (1.12 lbs) |
Dimensions | 113 x 66 x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 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 | 230 images | 390 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery model | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SC/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $349 | $300 |