Nikon L830 vs Nikon S2900
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Nikon L830 vs Nikon S2900 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
- Introduced January 2014
- Replaced the Nikon L820
- New Model is Nikon L840
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2015
Nikon L830 vs Nikon S2900 Overview
Here is a in depth comparison of the Nikon L830 versus Nikon S2900, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact and both are manufactured by Nikon. The resolution of the L830 (16MP) and the S2900 (20MP) is pretty close and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's DominanceThe L830 was introduced 12 months earlier than the S2900 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon L830 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S2900 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the L830 matches up versus the S2900 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon L830 vs Nikon S2900 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L830 and Nikon Coolpix S2900. The whole galleries are available at Nikon L830 Gallery and Nikon S2900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L830 over the Nikon S2900
L830 | S2900 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S2900 over the Nikon L830
S2900 | L830 | |||
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Revealed | January 2015 | January 2014 | Fresher by 12 months |
Common features in the Nikon L830 and Nikon S2900
L830 | S2900 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L830 vs Nikon S2900 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon L830 features physical dimensions of 110mm x 76mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") with a weight of 508 grams (1.12 lbs) and the Nikon S2900 has proportions of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon L830 versus Nikon S2900 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the L830 and the S2900.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L830 and S2900 is 71 and 96 respectively.
Nikon L830 vs Nikon S2900 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to see the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching a spec sheet. The visual below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the L830 and S2900.
As you can see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon S2900 to provide you with greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older L830 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Nikon L830 vs Nikon S2900 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L830 | Nikon Coolpix S2900 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L830 | Nikon Coolpix S2900 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2014-01-07 | 2015-01-14 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
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 | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5152 x 3864 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-765mm (33.3x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 921k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 9.00 m (Auto ISO) | 4.00 m |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p), 1280 x 960 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 508g (1.12 pounds) | 119g (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 76 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") | 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 photographs | 250 photographs |
Battery form | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $300 | $117 |