Nikon L830 vs Olympus SZ-15

Let's look more closely at the Nikon L830 versus Olympus SZ-15, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the L830 (16MP) and the SZ-15 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L830 was introduced 7 months after the SZ-15 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon L830 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-15 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the L830 matches up versus the SZ-15 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L830 & Olympus SZ-15. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L830 Gallery & Olympus SZ-15 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon L830 has got 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 Olympus SZ-15 has sizing of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Examine the Nikon L830 versus Olympus SZ-15 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the L830 against the SZ-15.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the L830 and SZ-15 is 71 and 88 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes just by reading specifications. The image here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L830 and SZ-15.

Plainly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution so you can expect similar quality of files but you really should factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent L830 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.