Size and weight is a big decision factor when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, We are going to illustrate Nikon S9100 and Nikon L830 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon S9100 has external dimensions of 105 x 62 x 35 mm (4.13 x 2.44 x 1.38″) and weighs 214 g (0.47 lb / 7.55 oz) (including batteries). 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).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Nikon S9100 and Nikon L830. Nikon S9100 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 5mm narrower, 14mm shorter and 56mm thinner than Nikon L830.
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Comparison image of Nikon S9100 and Nikon L830 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Nikon S9100 and Nikon L830.
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Comparison image of Nikon S9100 and Nikon L830 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon S9100 and Nikon L830.
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Top View Comparison image of Nikon S9100 and Nikon L830 Size
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon S9100 is significantly lighter (294g ) than the Nikon L830 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither Nikon Coolpix S9100 nor Nikon Coolpix L830 provides any type of weather sealing in their body, 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 Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon S9100 and Nikon L830's LCD screens has the same diagonal size of 3".
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 Nikon S9100 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to L830.