Nikon L810 vs Sony HX300

Let's examine more in depth at the Nikon L810 vs Sony HX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the L810 (16MP) and the HX300 (20MP) is pretty close and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L810 was introduced 12 months prior to the HX300 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Nikon L810 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the L810 grades versus the HX300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L810 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L810 Gallery and Sony HX300 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L810 features physical measurements of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") with a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) and the Sony HX300 has dimensions of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

Look at the Nikon L810 vs Sony HX300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the L810 versus the HX300.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the L810 and HX300 is 74 and 63 respectively.

Often, it's tough to see the gap in sensor sizing merely by looking through technical specs. The graphic below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the L810 and HX300.

As you have seen, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony HX300 to result in extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The older L810 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.