Canon A800 vs Nikon P340

Let's examine more in depth at the Canon A800 vs Nikon P340, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the A800 (10MP) and the P340 (12MP) is relatively close but the A800 (1/2.3") and P340 (1/1.7") use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The A800 was unveiled 4 years prior to the P340 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a short view of how the A800 scores versus the P340 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A800 and Nikon Coolpix P340. The full galleries are available at Canon A800 Gallery and Nikon P340 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Canon A800 enjoys exterior dimensions of 94mm x 61mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Nikon P340 has specifications of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the A800 against the P340.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the A800 and P340 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements only by viewing technical specs. The photograph below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A800 and P340.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The A800 using its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Nikon P340 will render extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The older A800 will be behind in sensor innovation.