Nikon L840 vs Sony H300

On this page, we are matching up the Nikon L840 versus Sony H300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the L840 (16MP) and the H300 (20MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L840 was introduced 13 months later than the H300 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a quick view of how the L840 matches up vs the H300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L840 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L840 Gallery and Sony H300 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon L840 comes with outer dimensions of 114mm x 89mm x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") along with a weight of 538 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Sony H300 has sizing of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") accompanied by a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon L840 versus Sony H300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the L840 vs the H300.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the L840 and H300 is 67 and 63 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements simply by checking specs. The photograph here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the L840 and H300.

All in all, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony H300 to resolve greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The newer L840 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.