Nikon L820 vs Sony H300

Below is a thorough analysis of the Nikon L820 and Sony H300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the L820 (16MP) and the H300 (20MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L820 was brought out 12 months earlier than the H300 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the L820 scores against the H300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L820 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L820 Gallery and Sony H300 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon L820 provides external dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 470 grams (1.04 lbs) whilst the Sony H300 has proportions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") and a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the L820 against the H300.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the L820 and H300 is 72 and 63 respectively.

Often, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through technical specs. The visual underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the L820 and H300.

As you have seen, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony H300 to show greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older L820 will be behind in sensor technology.