Nikon L830 vs Nikon P530
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Nikon L830 vs Nikon P530 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
- Introduced January 2014
- Succeeded the Nikon L820
- Renewed by Nikon L840
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Raise to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1000mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 494g - 123 x 84 x 98mm
- Launched February 2014
- Replaced the Nikon P520

Nikon L830 vs Nikon P530 Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Nikon L830 and Nikon P530, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are built by Nikon. The image resolution of the L830 (16MP) and the P530 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The L830 was released within a month of the P530 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the L830 grades against the P530 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon L830 vs Nikon P530 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L830 and Nikon Coolpix P530. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L830 Gallery and Nikon P530 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L830 over the Nikon P530
L830 | P530 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick Nikon P530 over the Nikon L830
P530 | L830 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing |
Common features in the Nikon L830 and Nikon P530
L830 | P530 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2014 | Similar generation |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 921k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L830 vs Nikon P530 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon L830 comes with outer measurements of 110mm x 76mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 508 grams (1.12 lbs) while the Nikon P530 has specifications of 123mm x 84mm x 98mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).
Look at the Nikon L830 and Nikon P530 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the L830 vs the P530.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the L830 and P530 is 71 and 67 respectively.

Nikon L830 vs Nikon P530 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the L830 and P530.
Clearly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of pictures though you should always consider the release date of the products into consideration.

Nikon L830 vs Nikon P530 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L830 vs Nikon P530 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L830 | Nikon Coolpix P530 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L830 | Nikon Coolpix P530 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2014-01-07 | 2014-02-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | - |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-765mm (33.3x) | 24-1000mm (41.7x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 0cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 15 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.00 m (Auto ISO) | 8.00 m |
Flash modes | - | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p), 1280 x 960 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30/25p, 60/50i) 1280 x 720 (60/50/30/25/15/12.5p) 960 x 540 (30/25p) 640 x 480 (120/100/30/25p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 508 gr (1.12 lbs) | 494 gr (1.09 lbs) |
Dimensions | 110 x 76 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") | 123 x 84 x 98mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 240 shots |
Battery form | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | EN-EL5 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $300 | $280 |