Nikon L830 vs Olympus SH-50
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![Nikon Coolpix L830 front Nikon Coolpix L830 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-L830/Nikon-L830-front.jpg)
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Nikon L830 vs Olympus SH-50 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
- Revealed January 2014
- Older Model is Nikon L820
- Replacement is Nikon L840
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 269g - 112 x 63 x 42mm
- Revealed January 2013
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Nikon L830 vs Olympus SH-50 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Nikon L830 versus Olympus SH-50, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the L830 (16MP) and the SH-50 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The L830 was introduced 13 months after the SH-50 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon L830 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SH-50 being a Compact camera.
Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the L830 matches up vs the SH-50 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Nikon L830 vs Olympus SH-50 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L830 and Olympus SH-50. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L830 Gallery and Olympus SH-50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L830 over the Olympus SH-50
L830 | SH-50 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2013 | Newer by 13 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-50 over the Nikon L830
SH-50 | L830 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L830 and Olympus SH-50
L830 | SH-50 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Nikon L830 vs Olympus SH-50 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon L830 enjoys 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) and the Olympus SH-50 has measurements of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon L830 versus Olympus SH-50 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the L830 versus the SH-50.
![Nikon L830 vs Olympus SH-50 size comparison Nikon L830 vs Olympus SH-50 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L830-vs-Olympus-SH-50-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the L830 and SH-50 is 71 and 88 respectively.
![Nikon L830 vs Olympus SH-50 top view buttons comparison Nikon L830 vs Olympus SH-50 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L830-vs-Olympus-SH-50-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon L830 vs Olympus SH-50 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions purely by going over technical specs. The image below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the L830 and SH-50.
As you have seen, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you should expect similar quality of photos but you really should take the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher L830 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
![Nikon L830 vs Olympus SH-50 sensor size comparison Nikon L830 vs Olympus SH-50 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L830-vs-Olympus-SH-50-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon L830 vs Olympus SH-50 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon L830 vs Olympus SH-50 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon L830 vs Olympus SH-50 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L830-vs-Olympus-SH-50-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Nikon L830 vs Olympus SH-50 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L830 | Olympus SH-50 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L830 | Olympus SH-50 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2014-01-07 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic VI |
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 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-765mm (33.3x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 921k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 15 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames per sec | 12.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.00 m (Auto ISO) | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p), 1280 x 960 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 508 gr (1.12 lbs) | 269 gr (0.59 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 76 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") | 112 x 63 x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 images | - |
Battery style | AA | - |
Battery ID | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $300 | $300 |