Fujifilm S9800 vs Nikon L830

On this page, we will be looking at the Fujifilm S9800 and Nikon L830, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S9800 (16MP) and the L830 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S9800 was released 13 months later than the L830 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm S9800 matches up vs the L830 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm S9800 & Nikon Coolpix L830. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm S9800 Gallery & Nikon L830 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm S9800 comes with external measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Nikon L830 has specifications of 110mm x 76mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") having a weight of 508 grams (1.12 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm S9800 and Nikon L830 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm S9800 compared to the L830.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S9800 and L830 is 61 and 71 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by going over technical specs. The graphic below will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S9800 and L830.

As you have seen, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP therefore you can expect similar quality of images though you will need to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent Fujifilm S9800 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.