Nikon L830 vs Nikon S9700

In this write-up, we are looking at the Nikon L830 and Nikon S9700, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are produced by Nikon. The resolution of the L830 (16MP) and the S9700 (16MP) is fairly similar and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L830 was introduced within a month of the S9700 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon L830 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S9700 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the L830 grades against the S9700 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L830 and Nikon Coolpix S9700. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L830 Gallery and Nikon S9700 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon L830 offers outside measurements of 110mm x 76mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") and a weight of 508 grams (1.12 lbs) while the Nikon S9700 has proportions of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).

Examine the Nikon L830 and Nikon S9700 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the L830 vs the S9700.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L830 and S9700 is 71 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements only by reviewing specifications. The visual here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the L830 and S9700.

To sum up, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of images but you should really take the production date of the products into consideration.