Nikon Coolpix L820

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    Highlights

    • 16 MP 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS Sensor
    • 125 - 3,200 Native ISO
    • 3.0" 921k dot Fixed Screen
    • 8.0 fps Continuous Shooting
    • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
    • Built-in Flash
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    Overview

    Nikon Coolpix L820 was announced in 2013 and is a 1/2.3-inch (6.16 x 4.62 mm) Bridge camera with 16 Megapixel BSI-CMOS sensor. Its native ISO ranges from 125 to 3,200. The camera has a Fixed 3.0" screen with 921k dot resolution.

    Nikon Coolpix L820 can capture video up to 1920 x 1080 resolution.

    Table of Contents
    1. Overview
    2. Pros and Cons
    3. Predecessor
    4. Successor
    5. Screen
    6. Sensor
    7. Photography Features
    8. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
    9. Other Features
    10. Physical Parameters
    11. For Different Types of Photography
    12. Evaluation
    13. Specifications  

    Here is the Nikon Coolpix Lxxx series lineup, where you can view and compare the main specifications of the cameras within the same series.

    Nikon Coolpix Lxxx series lineup
    Model Date Sensor Native ISO Screen Price
    Image cannot be found Nikon L840
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    		February
    2015    		 16 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 100 - 6,400 Tilting 3.0"
    921k dot
    Image cannot be found Nikon L830
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    		January
    2014    		 16 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 125 - 3,200 Tilting 3.0"
    921k dot
    Image cannot be found Nikon L820 January
    2013    		 16 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 125 - 3,200 Fixed 3.0"
    921k dot
    Image cannot be found Nikon L610
    Compare
    		August
    2012    		 16 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 125 - 3,200 Fixed 3.0"
    460k dot
    Image cannot be found Nikon L810
    Compare
    		February
    2012    		 16.1 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 80 - 1,600 Fixed 3.0"
    921k dot
    Image cannot be found Nikon L120
    Compare
    		February
    2011    		 14.1 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 80 - 6,400 Fixed 3.0"
    921k dot
    Image cannot be found Nikon L110
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    		February
    2010    		 12.1 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 80 - 1,600 Fixed 3.0"
    460k dot
    Image cannot be found Nikon L100
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    		February
    2009    		 10.0 MP
    1/2.33-inch    		 80 - 3,200 Fixed 3.0"
    230k dot

    You can view their side-by-side comparison here: Nikon Coolpix L840 vs Coolpix L830 vs Coolpix L820 vs Coolpix L610 vs Coolpix L810 vs Coolpix L120.

    Pros and Cons

    In this section we present pros and cons of Nikon Coolpix L820.

    PROS

    •   Video Capture
    •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
    •   Built-in Flash
    •   Light - 470 g (1.04 lb / 16.58 oz)
    •   Internal Storage

    CONS

    •   Small Sensor
    •   125 Lowest Native ISO
    •   Timelapse Recording
    •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   No Face Detection
    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Fixed Screen
    •   No Viewfinder
    •   No External Flash Connectivity
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
    •   No Microphone Input
    •   No Headphone Output
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
    •   No Built-In Bluetooth
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Short Battery Life - 320 shots

    And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

    AVERAGE

    •   Sensor Resolution - 16 Megapixel
    •   Screen Size - 3.0"
    •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
    •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 8.0 fps

    Predecessor

    Here we are comparing Nikon Coolpix L820 to its predecessor Coolpix L810 and displaying the major changes.

    UPGRADES Nikon Coolpix L820 vs Nikon Coolpix L810
    Higher Native ISO 3,200 vs 1,600
    Reachs More Telephoto 675 mm vs 585 mm
    Greater Optical Zoom 30x vs 26x
    Maximum Aperture at Wide End f/3.0 vs f/3.1
    Maximum Aperture at Tele End f/5.8 vs f/5.9
    Higher Max Continuous Shooting 8.0 fps vs 1.2 fps
    Higher Video Resolution 1920 x 1080 vs 1280 x 720
    Built-in Microphone Stereo vs Mono
    Longer Battery Life 320 shots vs 300 shots
    Internal Storage 65 MB vs 50 MB
    DOWNGRADES Nikon Coolpix L820 vs Nikon Coolpix L810
    Lower Sensor Resolution 16 Megapixel vs 16.1 Megapixel
    Higher Native ISO 125 vs 80
    Multi Area Autofocus vs
    Center Autofocus vs
    Face Detection vs
    Contrast Detection for Autofocus vs
    Image Stabilization vs
    Higher Min Shutter Speed 4 sec vs 30 sec
    Lower Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/4000 sec vs 1/8000 sec
    Multi-Segment Metering vs
    Center Weighted Metering vs
    Spot Metering vs
    AF-Area Metering vs
    Heavier 470 g (1.04 lb / 16.58 oz) vs 430 g (0.95 lb / 15.17 oz)

    For more detailed comparison between the models please visit Nikon Coolpix L820 vs Coolpix L810.

    Successor

    In 2014 Nikon Coolpix L820 was replaced by Nikon Coolpix L830. Let us now have a look at some important differences between Nikon Coolpix L820 and its successor.

    UPGRADES Nikon Coolpix L830 vs Nikon Coolpix L820
    Multi Area Autofocus vs
    Selective Autofocus vs
    Tracking Autofocus vs
    Single Autofocus vs
    Continuous Autofocus vs
    Face Detection vs
    Live View Autofocus vs
    Contrast Detection for Autofocus vs
    Reachs More Telephoto 765 mm vs 675 mm
    Greater Optical Zoom 34x vs 30x
    Image Stabilization vs
    Screen Type Tilting vs Fixed
    Multi-Segment Metering vs
    Center Weighted Metering vs
    Spot Metering vs
    Longer Battery Life 390 shots vs 320 shots
    DOWNGRADES Nikon Coolpix L830 vs Nikon Coolpix L820
    Sensor Type CMOS vs BSI-CMOS
    Maximum Aperture at Tele End f/5.9 vs f/5.8
    Lower Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/1500 sec vs 1/4000 sec
    Lower Max Continuous Shooting 6.7 fps vs 8.0 fps
    Heavier 508 g (1.12 lb / 17.92 oz) vs 470 g (1.04 lb / 16.58 oz)

    For more detailed comparison between the models please visit Nikon Coolpix L820 vs Coolpix L830.

    Screen

    Fixed screen

    Nikon Coolpix L820 has a 3.0" Fixed screen with 921k dot resolution.

    Sensor

    BSI-CMOS Sensor

    Nikon Coolpix L820 features a 16 megapixel 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.16 x 4.62 mm and a total area of 28.5 mm2. Its native ISO range is 125 - 3,200.

    The camera has BSI-CMOS sensor, short for Backside Illuminated Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor sensor. In traditional CMOS sensors, the wiring and circuitry are located on the front side of the sensor, which can block some of the incoming light. BSI technology flips this design by placing the photosensitive elements (pixels) on the backside of the sensor, allowing more light to reach the pixels. This significantly enhances light sensitivity and improves low-light performance. BSI-CMOS sensors are particularly effective in low-light conditions, as they can capture more light, resulting in brighter and less noisy images. This makes them well-suited for indoor and night photography. BSI-CMOS sensors deliver a higher SNR and reduced cross-talk.

    Photography Features

    Camera can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution.


    No Image Stabilization

    The camera does not have an image stabilization.

    Check out the cameras which are frequently compared to Nikon Coolpix L820.

    Nikon L810
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    1/2.3-inch

    16.1 MP

    Nikon L610
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    1/2.3-inch

    16 MP

    Nikon L120
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    1/2.3-inch

    14.1 MP

    Nikon L830
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    1/2.3-inch

    16 MP

    Nikon L840
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    1/2.3-inch

    16 MP

    Nikon L100
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    1/2.33-inch

    10.0 MP

    Nikon L110
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    1/2.3-inch

    12.1 MP

    Canon 7D II
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    APS-C

    20.2 MP

    Canon 5DS R
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    Full Frame

    50.6 MP

    Sony a6100
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    APS-C

    24.2 MP

    Canon R7
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    APS-C

    32.5 MP

    Canon R8
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    Full Frame

    24.2 MP

    Connectivity, Battery and Storage

    NFC

    Nikon Coolpix L820 has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.


    USB Input

    Nikon Coolpix L820 has a USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) input for data transfer.


    Battery

    Nikon Coolpix L820 comes with 4 x AA battery pack with battery life of 320 shots.


    Internal Storage and External Storage Slots

    The camera has 65 MB internal storage and a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

    Other Features

    Shutter

    Nikon Coolpix L820's shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec. Camera can shoot continuously up to 8.0 fps.


    Flash

    Nikon Coolpix L820 has a built-in flash.

    Physical Parameters

    Nikon Coolpix L820 has dimensions of 111 x 76 x 85 mm (4.37 x 2.99 x 3.35"). It weighs 470 g (1.04 lb / 16.58 oz), so it is a lightweight camera.

    111 mm (4.37")

    76 mm (2.99")

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    76 mm (2.99")

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    Nikon Coolpix L820 dimensions

    Nikon Coolpix L820 for Different Types of Photography

    We give scores to the camera for different type of photography based on its features and specifications. Let us see how Nikon Coolpix L820 is suitable for six different types of photography.


    Landscape Photography

    POOR
    50

    Nikon Coolpix L820 gets a score of 50 and is POOR choice for Landscape photography.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Environmental Sealing

    Sports Photography

    POOR
    44

    Nikon Coolpix L820 gets a score of 44 and is POOR choice for Sports photography.

    •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
    •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   No Face Detection
    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
    •   No Viewfinder
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 8.0 fps
    •   Short Battery Life - 320 shots

    Wildlife Photography

    AVERAGE
    55

    Nikon Coolpix L820 gets a score of 55 and is AVERAGE choice for Wildlife photography.

    •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
    •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
    •   No Viewfinder
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 8.0 fps
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Short Battery Life - 320 shots

    Portrait Photography

    POOR
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    Nikon Coolpix L820 gets a score of 48 and is POOR choice for Portrait photography.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   No Face Detection
    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Screen Size - 3.0"
    •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
    •   No External Flash Connectivity

    Street Photography

    GOOD
    76

    Nikon Coolpix L820 gets a score of 76 and is GOOD choice for Street photography.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Fixed Screen
    •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
    •   No Viewfinder
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Light - 470 g (1.04 lb / 16.58 oz)

    Travel Photography

    GOOD
    79

    Nikon Coolpix L820 gets a score of 79 and is GOOD choice for Travel photography.

    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Fixed Screen
    •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Light - 470 g (1.04 lb / 16.58 oz)
    •   Short Battery Life - 320 shots

    Nikon Coolpix L820 Evaluation

    We evaluate Nikon Coolpix L820 and give score of 42 out of 100. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


    OVERALL
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    Sensor

    AVERAGE
    65

    We give Nikon Coolpix L820 a score of 65 for Sensor parameters.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   Sensor Resolution - 16 Megapixel
    •   125 Lowest Native ISO
    •   3,200 Highest Native ISO

    Photo

    BAD
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    We give Nikon Coolpix L820 a score of 38 for Photo parameters.

    •   Timelapse Recording
    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 8.0 fps
    •   No External Flash Connectivity

    Video

    BAD
    14

    We give Nikon Coolpix L820 a score of 14 for Video parameters.

    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080

    Focusing

    BAD
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    We give Nikon Coolpix L820 a score of 0 for Focusing parameters.

    •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   No Face Detection

    Screen and Viewfinder

    AVERAGE
    57

    We give Nikon Coolpix L820 a score of 57 for Screen and Viewfinder parameters.

    •   Fixed Screen
    •   Screen Size - 3.0"
    •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
    •   No Viewfinder

    Connectivity

    POOR
    54

    We give Nikon Coolpix L820 a score of 54 for Connectivity parameters.

    •   No Microphone Input
    •   No Headphone Output
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
    •   No Built-In Bluetooth

    Battery, Storage and Physical

    POOR
    40

    We give Nikon Coolpix L820 a score of 40 for Battery, Storage and Physical parameters.

    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Light - 470 g (1.04 lb / 16.58 oz)
    •   Short Battery Life - 320 shots
    •   Internal Storage


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