Nikon L840 vs Sony HX300
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![Nikon Coolpix L840 front Nikon Coolpix L840 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-L840/Nikon-L840-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX300/Sony-HX300-front.jpg)
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Nikon L840 vs Sony HX300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-855mm (F3.0-6.5) lens
- 538g - 114 x 89 x 96mm
- Introduced February 2015
- Replaced the Nikon L830
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.8-6.3) lens
- 623g - 130 x 103 x 93mm
- Announced February 2013
- Superseded the Sony HX200V
- Successor is Sony HX400V
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Nikon L840 vs Sony HX300 Overview
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.
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Nikon L840 vs Sony HX300 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Nikon L840 over the Sony HX300
L840 | HX300 | |||
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Announced | February 2015 | ![]() | February 2013 | More recent by 24 months |
Reasons to pick Sony HX300 over the Nikon L840
HX300 | L840 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus |
Common features in the Nikon L840 and Sony HX300
L840 | HX300 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 921k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L840 vs Sony HX300 Physical Comparison
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).
Look at the Nikon L840 and Sony HX300 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Nikon L840 vs Sony HX300 size comparison Nikon L840 vs Sony HX300 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L840-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX300-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L840 and HX300 is 67 and 63 respectively.
![Nikon L840 vs Sony HX300 top view buttons comparison Nikon L840 vs Sony HX300 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L840-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX300-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon L840 vs Sony HX300 Sensor Comparison
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.
![Nikon L840 vs Sony HX300 sensor size comparison Nikon L840 vs Sony HX300 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L840-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX300-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon L840 vs Sony HX300 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon L840 vs Sony HX300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon L840 vs Sony HX300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L840-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX300-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon L840 vs Sony HX300 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L840 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L840 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2015-02-10 | 2013-02-20 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | - |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-855mm (37.2x) | 24-1200mm (50.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-6.5 | f/2.8-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 921k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.4fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.90 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 538 gr (1.19 lb) | 623 gr (1.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 114 x 89 x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") | 130 x 103 x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") |
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 | 590 images | - |
Battery format | AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $400 | $339 |