Nikon L830 vs Sony W370
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Nikon L830 vs Sony W370 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-765mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 508g - 110 x 76 x 91mm
- Launched January 2014
- Previous Model is Nikon L820
- Replacement is Nikon L840
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 34-238mm (F3.6-5.6) lens
- 179g - 100 x 57 x 26mm
- Released January 2010
Nikon L830 vs Sony W370 Overview
Here is a extensive overview of the Nikon L830 versus Sony W370, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the L830 (16MP) and the W370 (14MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or MThe L830 was launched 4 years later than the W370 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon L830 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W370 being a Compact camera.
Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the L830 scores against the W370 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon L830 vs Sony W370 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L830 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon L830 Gallery and Sony W370 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L830 over the Sony W370
L830 | W370 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | January 2010 | Fresher by 49 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W370 over the Nikon L830
W370 | L830 |
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Common features in the Nikon L830 and Sony W370
L830 | W370 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display size | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Nikon L830 vs Sony W370 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L830 enjoys outer measurements 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 W370 has dimensions of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check out the Nikon L830 versus Sony W370 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the L830 versus the W370.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L830 and W370 is 71 and 94 respectively.
Nikon L830 vs Sony W370 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through a spec sheet. The graphic below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the L830 and W370.
As you can see, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon L830 to produce greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more recent L830 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
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Nikon L830 vs Sony W370 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L830 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L830 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2014-01-07 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-765mm (33.3x) | 34-238mm (7.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.6-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 921k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 9.00 m (Auto ISO) | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p), 1280 x 960 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 508g (1.12 pounds) | 179g (0.39 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 76 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") | 100 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 390 pictures | - |
Style of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $300 | $230 |