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Nikon Coolpix L820 vs Nikon Coolpix L810
Nikon Coolpix L820
Camera summary
The Nikon Coolpix L820, made by Nikon, is a powerful SLR-like (bridge) camera. Announced on Jan. 29, 2013.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
0.0 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
1.7 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
0.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
1.4 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
0.3 out of 5 stars
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| Average Score |
0.7 out of 5 stars
|
Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Nikon Coolpix L810, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Nikon Coolpix L810
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Nikon Coolpix L830, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Nikon Coolpix L830
Sensor
This camera has a BSI-CMOS sensor with a 16 Megapixels resolution.
Connectivity
Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 320 shots per charge with the included 4 x AA battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Other features
This camera doesn't include a microphone port, which can be a major headache when recording video or interviews, consider it before buying it.
Nikon Coolpix L810
Camera summary
The Nikon Coolpix L810, made by Nikon, is a powerful Compact camera. Announced on Feb. 1, 2012.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
1.8 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
3.3 out of 5 stars
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| Exposure mode |
3.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
2.1 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
0.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Average Score |
2.2 out of 5 stars
|
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Nikon Coolpix L820, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Nikon Coolpix L820
Sensor
This camera has a CCD sensor with a 16 Megapixels resolution.
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1280 x 720 with support for the following formats: MPEG-4.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 300 shots per charge with the included 4 x AA battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Other features
This camera doesn't include a microphone port, which can be a major headache when recording video or interviews, consider it before buying it.
Autofocus specs |
Nikon Coolpix L820 | Nikon Coolpix L810 |
|---|---|---|
| Af center | No |
Yes |
| Af continuous | No |
No |
| Af Contrast Detection | No |
Yes |
| Af Face detection | No |
Yes |
| Af live view | No |
No |
| Af multi area | No |
Yes |
| Af phase detection | No |
No |
| Af selective | No |
No |
| Af single | No |
No |
| Af touch | No |
No |
| Af tracking | No |
No |
| Number of cross focus points | - | - |
| Number of focus points | - | - |
Connectivity |
Nikon Coolpix L820 | Nikon Coolpix L810 |
| HDMI | No |
Yes |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Wireless connectivity | - | - |
| DXO color depth | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| DXO dynamic range | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| DXO low light ISO | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| DXO overall score | 0.0 | 0.0 |
Exposure mode |
Nikon Coolpix L820 | Nikon Coolpix L810 |
| AF area | No |
Yes |
| average | No |
No |
| Center weighted | No |
Yes |
| Multi segment | No |
Yes |
| partial | No |
No |
| spot | No |
Yes |
General |
Nikon Coolpix L820 | Nikon Coolpix L810 |
| AKA | - | - |
| announced | Jan. 29, 2013 | Feb. 1, 2012 |
| Body type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| brand | Nikon | Nikon |
| msrp | $133.48 | $0.00 |
| model | Nikon Coolpix L820 | Nikon Coolpix L810 |
| Predecessor model | Nikon Coolpix L810 | |
| Successor model | Nikon Coolpix L830 | Nikon Coolpix L820 |
Lense |
Nikon Coolpix L820 | Nikon Coolpix L810 |
| Focal length multiplier | - | - |
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Manual focus | No |
No |
| Macro focus range | n/a | 1cm |
| Number of lenses | - | - |
Other features |
Nikon Coolpix L820 | Nikon Coolpix L810 |
| GPS | - | - |
| Self-timer | n/a | Yes |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Timelapse recording | No |
No |
Photography features |
Nikon Coolpix L820 | Nikon Coolpix L810 |
| AE bracketing | No |
No |
| Aperture priority | No |
No |
| Built-in flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
Yes |
| Exposure compensation | No |
No |
| External flash | No |
No |
| Flash modes | n/a | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
| Flash range | n/a | n/a |
| Image stabilization | No |
Yes |
| Manual exposure mode | No |
No |
| Max continuous shooting | 8.0 fps | 1.2 fps |
| Max mechanical shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 | 30 |
| Shutter priority | No |
No |
| WB bracketing | No |
Yes |
Physical |
Nikon Coolpix L820 | Nikon Coolpix L810 |
| Battery life | 320 shots | 300 shots |
| Battery model | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
| Battery type | AA | AA |
| Crush proof | No |
No |
| Dust proof | No |
No |
| Environmental sealing | No |
No |
| Freeze proof | No |
No |
| Physical dimensions | 111 x 76 x 85mm | 111 x 76 x 83mm |
| Shock proof | No |
No |
| Water proof | No |
No |
| Weight | 470 grs | 430 grs |
Screen |
Nikon Coolpix L820 | Nikon Coolpix L810 |
| Live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Screen resolution | 921 | 921 |
| Screen size | - | - |
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Touch screen | No |
No |
Sensor |
Nikon Coolpix L820 | Nikon Coolpix L810 |
| Max boosted ISO | - | - |
| Max image resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
| Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
| RAW support | No |
No |
| Sensor area | - | - |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62 mm | 6.17 x 4.55 mm |
| Sensor resolution | 16 | 16 |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3-inch | 1/2.3-inch |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Headphone port |
Nikon Coolpix L820 | Nikon Coolpix L810 |
| Headphone port | No |
No |
| Max video resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 |
| Microphone port | No |
No |
| Video formats | - | MPEG-4 |
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Viewfinder |
Nikon Coolpix L820 | Nikon Coolpix L810 |
| viewfinder | - | - |
| viewfinder coverage | - | - |
| viewfinder magnification | - | - |
| viewfinder resolution | no electronic viewfinder | no electronic viewfinder |