Nikon L830 vs Panasonic LZ30
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Nikon L830 vs Panasonic LZ30 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
- Introduced January 2014
- Older Model is Nikon L820
- New Model is Nikon L840
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-875mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 552g - 124 x 84 x 92mm
- Announced January 2013
- Old Model is Panasonic LZ20
- Later Model is Panasonic LZ40
Nikon L830 vs Panasonic LZ30 Overview
In this article, we will be contrasting the Nikon L830 vs Panasonic LZ30, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the L830 (16MP) and the LZ30 (16MP) is pretty close and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe L830 was introduced 13 months after the LZ30 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the L830 scores versus the LZ30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon L830 vs Panasonic LZ30 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L830 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The whole galleries are available at Nikon L830 Gallery and Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L830 over the Panasonic LZ30
L830 | LZ30 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | January 2013 | More modern by 13 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ30 over the Nikon L830
LZ30 | L830 |
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Common features in the Nikon L830 and Panasonic LZ30
L830 | LZ30 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen size | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither offers Touch screen |
Nikon L830 vs Panasonic LZ30 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon L830 offers outer dimensions of 110mm x 76mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") with a weight of 508 grams (1.12 lbs) while the Panasonic LZ30 has specifications of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon L830 vs Panasonic LZ30 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the L830 compared to the LZ30.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L830 and LZ30 is 71 and 66 respectively.
Nikon L830 vs Panasonic LZ30 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to see the difference in sensor sizes simply by researching technical specs. The picture underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the L830 and LZ30.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you will want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The newer L830 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
Nikon L830 vs Panasonic LZ30 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon L830 vs Panasonic LZ30 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L830 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L830 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2014-01-07 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
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 | - |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-765mm (33.3x) | 25-875mm (35.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 921k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 15s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.00 m (Auto ISO) | 4.40 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 508 gr (1.12 pounds) | 552 gr (1.22 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 76 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") | 124 x 84 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 pictures | 380 pictures |
Battery type | AA | AA |
Battery ID | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 0r 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $300 | $230 |