Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon P340

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.

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.

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.

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.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A2100 IS and P340 is 92 and 92 respectively.

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.