Nikon L830 vs Panasonic ZS15

The following is a detailed analysis of the Nikon L830 versus Panasonic ZS15, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the L830 (16MP) and ZS15 (12MP) but they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L830 was manufactured 19 months after the ZS15 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon L830 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS15 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a simple view of how the L830 grades vs the ZS15 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L830 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon L830 Gallery and Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L830 has exterior measurements of 110mm x 76mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") and a weight of 508 grams (1.12 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS15 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon L830 versus Panasonic ZS15 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the L830 compared to the ZS15.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L830 and ZS15 is 71 and 92 respectively.

Typically, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions just by researching a spec sheet. The picture underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the L830 and ZS15.

As you can see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon L830 to result in extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The fresher L830 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.