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Nikon L820 vs Samsung HZ30W

Portability
72
Imaging
40
Features
28
Overall
35
Nikon Coolpix L820 front
 
Samsung HZ30W front
Portability
91
Imaging
35
Features
40
Overall
37

Nikon L820 vs Samsung HZ30W Key Specs

Nikon L820
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-675mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
  • 470g - 111 x 76 x 85mm
  • Introduced January 2013
  • Replaced the Nikon L810
  • Later Model is Nikon L830
Samsung HZ30W
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
  • 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
  • Launched January 2010
  • Also referred to as WB600
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Nikon L820 vs Samsung HZ30W Overview

Here, we will be matching up the Nikon L820 vs Samsung HZ30W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the L820 (16MP) and HZ30W (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L820 was brought out 3 years after the HZ30W which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon L820 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the L820 matches up against the HZ30W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon L820 over the Samsung HZ30W

 L820 HZ30W 
LaunchedJanuary 2013January 2010Newer by 37 months
Screen resolution921k230kClearer screen (+691k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Nikon L820

 HZ30W L820 
Manually focus Very exact focusing

Common features in the Nikon L820 and Samsung HZ30W

 L820 HZ30W 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen size
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen Neither features Touch screen

Nikon L820 vs Samsung HZ30W Physical Comparison

If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L820 enjoys external dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") with a weight of 470 grams (1.04 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ30W has dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the L820 versus the HZ30W.

Nikon L820 vs Samsung HZ30W size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the L820 and HZ30W is 72 and 91 respectively.

Nikon L820 vs Samsung HZ30W top view buttons comparison

Nikon L820 vs Samsung HZ30W Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions simply by checking out technical specs. The pic underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L820 and HZ30W.

As you have seen, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Nikon L820 to show greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher L820 provides a benefit in sensor technology.

Nikon L820 vs Samsung HZ30W sensor size comparison

Nikon L820 vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon L820 vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon L820 Portrait photography features
Samsung HZ30W Portrait photography features
30
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
29
manual focus
external flash not possible
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon L820 Street photography information
Samsung HZ30W Street photography information
38
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
heavier than competition in class (470 grams)
60
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (245 grams)
no articulating screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon L820 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung HZ30W as a Sports photography camera
36
incredible zoom range (23-675mm 29.3 x zoom)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
42
great zoom range (24-360mm 15.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
provides tracking focus
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon L820 Travel photography details
Samsung HZ30W Travel photography details
56
resolution is good (16MP)
flash built-in
quite wide (23mm)
long zoom (675mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition in class (470g)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
63
lighter than competition (245g)
built-in flash
decently wide (24mm)
great reach (360mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
MP count low (12MP)
does not have a selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Nikon L820
Landscape photography with Samsung HZ30W
36
quite wide (23mm)
screen size is good (3")
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
no manual mode
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
lack of Time Lapse recording
43
manual focus
decently wide (24mm)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon L820 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung HZ30W as a Vlogging camera
24
quite wide (23mm)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
lack of mic port
heavier than competition in class (470g)
30
decently wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (245g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
does not have a selfie friendly display
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic socket
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Nikon L820 vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon L820 and Samsung HZ30W
 Nikon Coolpix L820Samsung HZ30W
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Samsung
Model type Nikon Coolpix L820 Samsung HZ30W
Other name - WB600
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2013-01-29 2010-01-19
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.16 x 4.62mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.5mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 125 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 23-675mm (29.3x) 24-360mm (15.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.0-5.8 f/3.2-5.8
Macro focusing distance - 3cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 921 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs 16 secs
Max shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 8.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - 5.00 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video data format - H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 470 grams (1.04 pounds) 245 grams (0.54 pounds)
Physical dimensions 111 x 76 x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 320 images -
Type of battery AA -
Battery ID 4 x AA SLB-11A
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Price at release $192 $280