Nikon L830 vs Sony HX1

Let's look closer at the Nikon L830 and Sony HX1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the L830 (16MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the L830 (1/2.3") and HX1 (1/2.4") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The L830 was unveiled 4 years after the HX1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the L830 scores vs the HX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L830 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The full galleries are available at Nikon L830 Gallery & Sony HX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon L830 comes with 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) whilst the Sony HX1 has measurements of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the L830 versus the HX1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L830 and HX1 is 71 and 67 respectively.

Typically, its hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes simply by viewing a spec sheet. The picture here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the L830 and HX1.

Clearly, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The L830 using its larger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Nikon L830 will result in greater detail having an extra 7MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer L830 will have an edge in sensor technology.