Nikon L830 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS

On this page, we will be comparing the Nikon L830 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the L830 (16MP) and the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L830 was revealed 13 months after the SZ-16 iHS which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon L830 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-16 iHS being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the L830 matches up against the SZ-16 iHS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L830 & Olympus SZ-16 iHS. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon L830 Gallery & Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon L830 provides exterior 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-16 iHS has sizing of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the L830 against the SZ-16 iHS.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the L830 and SZ-16 iHS is 71 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading specs. The pic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the L830 and SZ-16 iHS.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of images although you have to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more modern L830 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.