Nikon L830 vs Sony RX10 IV

On this page, we are reviewing the Nikon L830 versus Sony RX10 IV, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the L830 (16MP) and the RX10 IV (20MP) is very comparable but the L830 (1/2.3") and RX10 IV (1") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The L830 was introduced 4 years prior to the RX10 IV and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the L830 grades vs the RX10 IV with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L830 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L830 Gallery and Sony RX10 IV Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon L830 enjoys physical measurements 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 RX10 IV has measurements of 133mm x 94mm x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") and a weight of 1095 grams (2.41 lbs).

Look at the Nikon L830 versus Sony RX10 IV in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the L830 vs the RX10 IV.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the L830 and RX10 IV is 71 and 52 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out technical specs. The graphic below may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the L830 and RX10 IV.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The L830 with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Sony RX10 IV will provide more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The older L830 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.