| General | Nikon Coolpix L840 | Nikon Coolpix L820 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
| Model | Coolpix L840 | Coolpix L820 |
| Predecessor Model | Nikon Coolpix L830 | Nikon Coolpix L810 |
| Successor Model | Nikon Coolpix L830 | |
| MSRP | $299 | |
| Camera Type | Point & Shoot | Point & Shoot |
| Body Type | Bridge | Bridge |
| Video Capture |
| Sensor | Nikon Coolpix L840 | Nikon Coolpix L820 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor Size | 1/2.3-inch | 1/2.3-inch |
| Sensor Dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55 mm | 6.16 x 4.62 mm |
| Total Pixels | 16.76 Megapixel | 16.79 Megapixel |
| Effective Pixels | 16 Megapixel | 16 Megapixel |
| Low Pass Filter | ||
| Native ISO Range | 100 - 6,400 | 125 - 3,200 |
| Photo | Nikon Coolpix L840 | Nikon Coolpix L820 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Image Resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Image Aspect Ratios | 4:3 | |
| JPEG Quality Levels | Fine, normal | |
| Timelapse Recording | ||
| WB Bracketing |
| Focus | Nikon Coolpix L840 | Nikon Coolpix L820 |
|---|---|---|
| Autofocus Modes | Multi-area Selective single-point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection Live View | |
| Number of Cross-type Focus Points | 0 | |
| Touch-to-Focus | ||
| Live View Autofocus | ||
| Contrast Detection for Autofocus | ||
| Phase Detection for Autofocus |
| Optics | Nikon Coolpix L840 | Nikon Coolpix L820 |
|---|---|---|
| 35mm Equivalent Focal Length Range | 23 - 855 mm | 23 - 675 mm |
| Optical Zoom | 38x | 30x |
| Maximum Aperture | f/3.0 - 6.5 | f/3.0 - 5.8 |
| Min Normal Focus Distance | 30 cm | |
| Min Macro Focus Distance | 1 cm | |
| Image Stabilization |
| Screen | Nikon Coolpix L840 | Nikon Coolpix L820 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Type | Tilting | Fixed |
| Screen Technology | TFT LCD | |
| Touch Screen | ||
| Screen Size | 3.0" | 3.0" |
| Screen Resolution | 921k dot | 921k dot |
| Top LCD Screen | ||
| Live View |
| Viewfinder | Nikon Coolpix L840 | Nikon Coolpix L820 |
|---|---|---|
| Viewfinder |
| Shutter | Nikon Coolpix L840 | Nikon Coolpix L820 |
|---|---|---|
| Min Shutter Speed | 4 sec | 4 sec |
| Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) | 1/4000 sec | 1/4000 sec |
| Max Continuous Shooting | 7.4 fps | 8.0 fps |
| Flash | Nikon Coolpix L840 | Nikon Coolpix L820 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | ||
| Flash Modes | TTL Auto | TTL Auto |
| Flash Range | 6.90 m at Auto ISO | |
| External Flash Connectivity | ||
| External Flash Connection |
| Exposure | Nikon Coolpix L840 | Nikon Coolpix L820 |
|---|---|---|
| Exposure Metering Modes | Multi Center-weighted Spot | |
| Exposure Compensation | ±2 (at 1/3 EV increments) | ±3 (at 1/3 EV increments) |
| Exposure Bracketing |
| Video | Nikon Coolpix L840 | Nikon Coolpix L820 |
|---|---|---|
| Video Formats | MPEG-4, H.264 | |
| Max Video Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Unlimited Video Recording |
| Terminals | Nikon Coolpix L840 | Nikon Coolpix L820 |
|---|---|---|
| USB Speed | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| HDMI Output | Micro | |
| Speaker | Mono | Mono |
| Built-in Microphone | Mono | Stereo |
| Microphone Input | ||
| Headphone Output |
| Connectivity | Nikon Coolpix L840 | Nikon Coolpix L820 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in GPS | ||
| Built-In Wi-Fi | ||
| Wi-Fi Version | 802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz | |
| Built-In Bluetooth | ||
| NFC |
| Environmental | Nikon Coolpix L840 | Nikon Coolpix L820 |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Sealing |
| Physical | Nikon Coolpix L840 | Nikon Coolpix L820 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 114 x 89 x 96 mm (4.49 x 3.5 x 3.78") | 111 x 76 x 85 mm (4.37 x 2.99 x 3.35") |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 538 g (1.19 lb / 18.98 oz) | 470 g (1.04 lb / 16.58 oz) |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 6.1 x 5.8 x 4.9" | 6.9 x 5.8 x 5.1" |
| Package Weight | 1.95 lb | 2.1 lb |
| Power and Storage | Nikon Coolpix L840 | Nikon Coolpix L820 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Pack | Supports alkaline, lithium, and NiMH batteries | 4 x AA |
| Battery Life | 590 shots | 320 shots |
| Internal Storage | 65 MB | |
| External Storage | Single Slot: SC/SDHC/SDXC | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Other | Nikon Coolpix L840 | Nikon Coolpix L820 |
|---|---|---|
| Self Timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | |
| Orientation Sensor | ||
| Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction System |
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