| General | Nikon Coolpix L820 | Sigma DP3 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Sigma |
| Model | Coolpix L820 | DP3 Merrill |
| Predecessor Model | Nikon Coolpix L810 | Sigma DP2 Merrill |
| Successor Model | Nikon Coolpix L830 | |
| Camera Type | Point & Shoot | Point & Shoot |
| Body Type | Bridge | Advanced Compact |
| Video Capture |
| Sensor | Nikon Coolpix L820 | Sigma DP3 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
| Sensor Size | 1/2.3-inch | APS-C |
| Sensor Dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62 mm | 24 x 16 mm |
| Total Pixels | 16.79 Megapixel | 48 Megapixel |
| Effective Pixels | 16 Megapixel | 46 Megapixel |
| Low Pass Filter | ||
| Native ISO Range | 125 - 3,200 | 100 - 6,400 |
| Photo | Nikon Coolpix L820 | Sigma DP3 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dual TRUE II engine | |
| Max Image Resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4704 x 3136 |
| Timelapse Recording | ||
| WB Bracketing |
| Focus | Nikon Coolpix L820 | Sigma DP3 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Cross-type Focus Points | 0 | 0 |
| Touch-to-Focus | ||
| Live View Autofocus | ||
| Contrast Detection for Autofocus | ||
| Phase Detection for Autofocus |
| Optics | Nikon Coolpix L820 | Sigma DP3 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| 35mm Equivalent Focal Length Range | 23 - 675 mm | 75 mm |
| Optical Zoom | 30x | 1x |
| Maximum Aperture | f/3.0 - 5.8 | f/2.8 |
| Image Stabilization |
| Screen | Nikon Coolpix L820 | Sigma DP3 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Type | Fixed | Fixed |
| Touch Screen | ||
| Screen Size | 3.0" | 3.0" |
| Screen Resolution | 921k dot | 920k dot |
| Top LCD Screen | ||
| Live View |
| Viewfinder | Nikon Coolpix L820 | Sigma DP3 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Viewfinder |
| Shutter | Nikon Coolpix L820 | Sigma DP3 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Min Shutter Speed | 4 sec | |
| Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) | 1/4000 sec | |
| Max Continuous Shooting | 8.0 fps | 4.0 fps |
| Flash | Nikon Coolpix L820 | Sigma DP3 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | ||
| Flash Modes | TTL Auto | No |
| External Flash Connectivity | ||
| External Flash Connection | Shoe Mount |
| Exposure | Nikon Coolpix L820 | Sigma DP3 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Exposure Compensation | ±3 (at 1/3 EV increments) | ±2 (at 1/3 EV increments) |
| Exposure Bracketing |
| Video | Nikon Coolpix L820 | Sigma DP3 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Video Formats | Motion JPEG | |
| Max Video Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 640 x 480 |
| Unlimited Video Recording |
| Terminals | Nikon Coolpix L820 | Sigma DP3 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| USB Speed | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Speaker | Mono | Mono |
| Built-in Microphone | Stereo | Stereo |
| Microphone Input | ||
| Headphone Output |
| Connectivity | Nikon Coolpix L820 | Sigma DP3 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in GPS | ||
| Built-In Wi-Fi | ||
| Built-In Bluetooth | ||
| NFC |
| Environmental | Nikon Coolpix L820 | Sigma DP3 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Sealing |
| Physical | Nikon Coolpix L820 | Sigma DP3 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 111 x 76 x 85 mm (4.37 x 2.99 x 3.35") | 122 x 67 x 59 mm (4.8 x 2.64 x 2.32") |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 470 g (1.04 lb / 16.58 oz) | 330 g (0.73 lb / 11.64 oz) |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 6.9 x 5.8 x 5.1" | 10 x 6.1 x 4" |
| Package Weight | 2.1 lb | 2.35 lb |
| Power and Storage | Nikon Coolpix L820 | Sigma DP3 Merrill |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Pack | 4 x AA | |
| Battery Life | 320 shots | |
| Internal Storage | 65 MB | |
| External Storage | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC |
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