Nikon L830 vs Sony RX10 III

Below, we are contrasting the Nikon L830 and Sony RX10 III, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the L830 (16MP) and the RX10 III (20MP) is fairly close but the L830 (1/2.3") and RX10 III (1") feature different sensor sizes.

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The L830 was released 3 years before the RX10 III which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the L830 matches up against the RX10 III in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L830 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon L830 Gallery and Sony RX10 III Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon L830 provides exterior dimensions of 110mm x 76mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") and a weight of 508 grams (1.12 lbs) and the Sony RX10 III has proportions of 133mm x 94mm x 127mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.0") with a weight of 1051 grams (2.32 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the L830 and the RX10 III.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the L830 and RX10 III is 71 and 53 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by looking through technical specs. The pic below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the L830 and RX10 III.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The L830 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Sony RX10 III will result in greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged L830 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.