Nikon L840 vs Nikon P510

Lets look a bit more closely at the Nikon L840 and Nikon P510, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are built by Nikon. The resolution of the L840 (16MP) and the P510 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L840 was introduced 2 years after the P510 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the L840 scores against the P510 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L840 & Nikon Coolpix P510. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L840 Gallery & Nikon P510 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera often, you should think about its weight and size. The Nikon L840 provides outer dimensions of 114mm x 89mm x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") with a weight of 538 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Nikon P510 has specifications of 120mm x 83mm x 102mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 4.0") with a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the L840 versus the P510.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L840 and P510 is 67 and 66 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The pic below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the L840 and P510.

Plainly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of photos but you have to take the age of the products into consideration. The newer L840 should have an advantage in sensor tech.