Nikon L830 vs Sony H300

Below, we are analyzing the Nikon L830 versus Sony H300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the L830 (16MP) and the H300 (20MP) is very similar and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L830 was unveiled within a month of the H300 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the L830 grades against the H300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L830 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300. The full galleries are available at Nikon L830 Gallery and Sony H300 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon L830 features external 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 Sony H300 has measurements of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") along with a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the L830 vs the H300.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the L830 and H300 is 71 and 63 respectively.

Often, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specs. The visual underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the L830 and H300.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony H300 to offer extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively.