Nikon L840 vs Sony HX300

Below is a complete analysis of the Nikon L840 and Sony HX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the L840 (16MP) and the HX300 (20MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L840 was revealed 24 months later than the HX300 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the L840 scores versus the HX300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L840 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The full galleries are available at Nikon L840 Gallery & Sony HX300 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L840 offers exterior 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 Sony HX300 has dimensions of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the L840 and the HX300.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L840 and HX300 is 67 and 63 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements purely by checking specs. The graphic here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the L840 and HX300.

All in all, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can expect the Sony HX300 to resolve more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more recent L840 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.