Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Nikon L830 and Canon SX510 HS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon L830 has external dimensions of 110 x 76 x 91 mm (4.33 x 2.99 x 3.58″) and weighs 508 g (1.12 lb / 17.92 oz) (including batteries). Canon SX510 HS has external dimensions of 104 x 70 x 80 mm (4.09 x 2.76 x 3.15″) and weighs 349 g (0.77 lb / 12.31 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon L830 and the Canon SX510 HS. Canon SX510 HS is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 6mm narrower, 6mm shorter and 11mm thinner than Nikon L830.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon L830 and Canon SX510 HS.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon SX510 HS is significantly lighter (159g ) than the Nikon L830 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Nikon Coolpix L830 nor Canon PowerShot SX510 HS provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon L830 and Canon SX510 HS's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Nikon L830 features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels whereas the Canon SX510 HS has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to L830.