Nikon L830 vs Sony HX350

On this page, we will be reviewing the Nikon L830 versus Sony HX350, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the L830 (16MP) and the HX350 (20MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L830 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the HX350 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the L830 matches up vs the HX350 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L830 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon L830 Gallery and Sony HX350 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon L830 comes with outside dimensions of 110mm x 76mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") along with a weight of 508 grams (1.12 lbs) and the Sony HX350 has measurements of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") along with a weight of 652 grams (1.44 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the L830 vs the HX350.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the L830 and HX350 is 71 and 62 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by seeing technical specs. The pic here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the L830 and HX350.

As you have seen, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony HX350 to produce more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged L830 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.