Fujifilm S9900w vs Nikon L830
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Fujifilm S9900w vs Nikon L830 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Announced January 2015
(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
- Launched January 2014
- Superseded the Nikon L820
- Refreshed by Nikon L840

Fujifilm S9900w vs Nikon L830 Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm S9900w and Nikon L830, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S9900w (16MP) and the L830 (16MP) is pretty similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S9900w was released 13 months later than the L830 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm S9900w grades vs the L830 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm S9900w vs Nikon L830 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm S9900w and Nikon Coolpix L830. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm S9900w Gallery and Nikon L830 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S9900w over the Nikon L830
Fujifilm S9900w | L830 | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2014 | More recent by 13 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon L830 over the Fujifilm S9900w
L830 | Fujifilm S9900w | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm S9900w and Nikon L830
Fujifilm S9900w | L830 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurement |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm S9900w vs Nikon L830 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S9900w features 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 dimensions of 110mm x 76mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") along with a weight of 508 grams (1.12 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm S9900w and Nikon L830 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm S9900w compared to the L830.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S9900w and L830 is 61 and 71 respectively.

Fujifilm S9900w vs Nikon L830 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements merely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S9900w and L830.
As you can see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photographs though you really should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher Fujifilm S9900w provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Fujifilm S9900w vs Nikon L830 Specifications
Fujifilm S9900w | Nikon Coolpix L830 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm S9900w | Nikon Coolpix L830 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2015-01-14 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 23-765mm (33.3x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 7cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 920 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1700s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 9.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (6oi), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p), 1280 x 960 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 670 grams (1.48 pounds) | 508 grams (1.12 pounds) |
Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 110 x 76 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 300 shots | 390 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SC/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $719 | $300 |