Nikon L830 vs Olympus SZ-12

Here, we will be reviewing the Nikon L830 versus Olympus SZ-12, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the L830 (16MP) and the SZ-12 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L830 was released 2 years later than the SZ-12 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Nikon L830 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-12 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the L830 grades against the SZ-12 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L830 & Olympus SZ-12. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon L830 Gallery & Olympus SZ-12 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L830 has physical measurements 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 Olympus SZ-12 has dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the L830 compared to the SZ-12.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L830 and SZ-12 is 71 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the L830 and SZ-12.

As you can see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Nikon L830 to deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern L830 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.