Nikon L830 vs Nikon P90

In this write-up, we are matching up the Nikon L830 and Nikon P90, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are designed by Nikon. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the L830 (16MP) and P90 (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L830 was brought out 4 years later than the P90 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the L830 grades against the P90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L830 & Nikon Coolpix P90. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon L830 Gallery & Nikon P90 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon L830 enjoys outside measurements 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 P90 has proportions of 114mm x 99mm x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") along with a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the L830 compared to the P90.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L830 and P90 is 71 and 70 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the L830 and P90.

Clearly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon L830 to deliver greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger L830 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.