Nikon L830 vs Nikon P510
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Nikon L830 vs Nikon P510 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-765mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 508g - 110 x 76 x 91mm
- Launched January 2014
- Old Model is Nikon L820
- Updated by Nikon L840
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1000mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 555g - 120 x 83 x 102mm
- Introduced July 2012
- Previous Model is Nikon P500
- Successor is Nikon P520

Nikon L830 vs Nikon P510 Overview
The following is a complete overview of the Nikon L830 vs Nikon P510, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both offered by Nikon. The image resolution of the L830 (16MP) and the P510 (16MP) is pretty similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The L830 was revealed 19 months after the P510 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a quick summation of how the L830 matches up versus the P510 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon L830 vs Nikon P510 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L830 and Nikon Coolpix P510. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L830 Gallery and Nikon P510 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L830 over the Nikon P510
L830 | P510 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | July 2012 | Newer by 19 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon P510 over the Nikon L830
P510 | L830 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus |
Common features in the Nikon L830 and Nikon P510
L830 | P510 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 921k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch screen |
Nikon L830 vs Nikon P510 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon L830 has external dimensions of 110mm x 76mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") having a weight of 508 grams (1.12 lbs) whilst the Nikon P510 has measurements of 120mm x 83mm x 102mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 4.0") along with a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon L830 vs Nikon P510 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the L830 vs the P510.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the L830 and P510 is 71 and 66 respectively.

Nikon L830 vs Nikon P510 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the L830 and P510.
As you can tell, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of images although you should always consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern L830 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

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Nikon L830 vs Nikon P510 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L830 | Nikon Coolpix P510 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L830 | Nikon Coolpix P510 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-01-07 | 2012-07-05 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-765mm (33.3x) | 24-1000mm (41.7x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 921k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 9.00 m (Auto ISO) | - |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p), 1280 x 960 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (15, 30fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (120, 30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 508 grams (1.12 lb) | 555 grams (1.22 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 76 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") | 120 x 83 x 102mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 4.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 390 pictures | 200 pictures |
Style of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | EN-EL5 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SC/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $300 | $600 |