Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon P340
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![Canon PowerShot A2100 IS front Canon PowerShot A2100 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon-PowerShot-A2100-IS.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix P340 front Nikon Coolpix P340 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-P340/Nikon-P340-front.jpg)
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Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon P340 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-216mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 185g - 102 x 64 x 32mm
- Revealed February 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Push to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F1.8-5.6) lens
- 194g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Introduced February 2014
- Old Model is Nikon P330
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Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon P340 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Canon A2100 IS and Nikon P340, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the A2100 IS (12MP) and the P340 (12MP) is fairly well matched but the A2100 IS (1/2.3") and P340 (1/1.7") have totally different sensor measurements.
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The A2100 IS was brought out 6 years before the P340 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a concise view of how the A2100 IS scores vs the P340 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon P340 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A2100 IS and Nikon Coolpix P340. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A2100 IS Gallery and Nikon P340 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2100 IS over the Nikon P340
A2100 IS | P340 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon P340 over the Canon A2100 IS
P340 | A2100 IS | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 60 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A2100 IS and Nikon P340
A2100 IS | P340 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon P340 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon A2100 IS enjoys outer dimensions of 102mm x 64mm x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Nikon P340 has proportions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Look at the Canon A2100 IS and Nikon P340 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the A2100 IS and the P340.
![Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon P340 size comparison Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon P340 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2100-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P340-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A2100 IS and P340 is 92 and 92 respectively.
![Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon P340 top view buttons comparison Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon P340 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2100-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P340-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon P340 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to see the difference between sensor sizes merely by looking at technical specs. The image below will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the A2100 IS and P340.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide the same megapixel count but not the same sensor sizes. The A2100 IS comes with the tinier sensor which will make achieving shallower depth of field harder. The more aged A2100 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
![Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon P340 sensor size comparison Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon P340 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2100-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P340-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon P340 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon P340 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon P340 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2100-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P340-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon P340 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2100 IS | Nikon Coolpix P340 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A2100 IS | Nikon Coolpix P340 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-02-18 | 2014-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-216mm (6.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/1.8-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT-LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 6.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920x1080 (30p, 25p, 60i, 50i), 1280x720 (30p, 25p), 1920x1080 (15p, 12.5p), 640x480 (120p, 100p), 1280x720 (60p, 50p), 320x240 (240p, 200p), iFrame 720 (30p, 25p), 640x480 (30p, 25p) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | No |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 185g (0.41 lb) | 194g (0.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 64 x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 54 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.9 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 273 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $220 | $380 |