FujiFilm S1600 vs Nikon L830

In this write-up, we are reviewing the FujiFilm S1600 and Nikon L830, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the S1600 (12MP) and L830 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S1600 was introduced 4 years prior to the L830 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple overview of how the S1600 scores vs the L830 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix S1600 & Nikon Coolpix L830. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S1600 Gallery & Nikon L830 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S1600 enjoys external dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") and a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Nikon L830 has measurements of 110mm x 76mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") along with a weight of 508 grams (1.12 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm S1600 and Nikon L830 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the S1600 against the L830.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1600 and L830 is 78 and 71 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by checking a spec sheet. The picture here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S1600 and L830.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Nikon L830 to give you more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged S1600 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.