Nikon L840 vs Nikon S810c

In this article, we are evaluating the Nikon L840 and Nikon S810c, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are offered by Nikon. The resolution of the L840 (16MP) and the S810c (16MP) is fairly comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L840 was manufactured 11 months later than the S810c so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon L840 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S810c being a Compact camera.

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a simple overview of how the L840 matches up versus the S810c in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L840 and Nikon Coolpix S810c. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon L840 Gallery and Nikon S810c Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you should consider its weight and volume. The Nikon L840 comes with external dimensions of 114mm x 89mm x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") accompanied by a weight of 538 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Nikon S810c has sizing of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon L840 and Nikon S810c in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the L840 against the S810c.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the L840 and S810c is 67 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements just by seeing specifications. The graphic underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the L840 and S810c.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photos however you should take the production date of the cameras into account. The younger L840 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.