Nikon B500 vs Nikon L820

Following is a extended comparison of the Nikon B500 versus Nikon L820, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both produced by Nikon. The image resolution of the B500 (16MP) and the L820 (16MP) is very similar and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The B500 was introduced 3 years after the L820 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the B500 scores versus the L820 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix B500 and Nikon Coolpix L820. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon B500 Gallery and Nikon L820 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon B500 provides external measurements of 114mm x 78mm x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 541 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Nikon L820 has sizing of 111mm x 76mm x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") having a weight of 470 grams (1.04 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the B500 vs the L820.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the B500 and L820 is 68 and 72 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes simply by going over specs. The picture underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the B500 and L820.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of files but you will want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The newer B500 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.