Nikon L830 vs Nikon P100
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Nikon L830 vs Nikon P100 Key Specs
(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
- Released January 2014
- Older Model is Nikon L820
- Updated by Nikon L840
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-678mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 481g - 114 x 83 x 99mm
- Introduced July 2010

Nikon L830 vs Nikon P100 Overview
The following is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon L830 versus Nikon P100, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both produced by Nikon. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the L830 (16MP) and P100 (10MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The L830 was announced 3 years after the P100 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the L830 matches up versus the P100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon L830 vs Nikon P100 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L830 & Nikon Coolpix P100. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L830 Gallery & Nikon P100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L830 over the Nikon P100
L830 | P100 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | July 2010 | Newer by 43 months |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon P100 over the Nikon L830
P100 | L830 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus |
Common features in the Nikon L830 and Nikon P100
L830 | P100 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L830 vs Nikon P100 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon L830 enjoys outer 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) while the Nikon P100 has sizing of 114mm x 83mm x 99mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 481 grams (1.06 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon L830 versus Nikon P100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the L830 vs the P100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the L830 and P100 is 71 and 68 respectively.

Nikon L830 vs Nikon P100 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specs. The picture here will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L830 and P100.
All in all, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Nikon L830 to provide you with extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger L830 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon L830 vs Nikon P100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L830 vs Nikon P100 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L830 | Nikon Coolpix P100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L830 | Nikon Coolpix P100 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2014-01-07 | 2010-07-06 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-765mm (33.3x) | 26-678mm (26.1x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 921k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.00 m (Auto ISO) | - |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p), 1280 x 960 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 508 gr (1.12 lbs) | 481 gr (1.06 lbs) |
Dimensions | 110 x 76 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") | 114 x 83 x 99mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.9") |
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 | 390 shots | - |
Battery type | AA | - |
Battery ID | - | EN-EL5 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 to 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SC/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $300 | $400 |