Canon ELPH 340 HS vs FujiFilm Z800EXR

Let's look more closely at the Canon ELPH 340 HS versus FujiFilm Z800EXR, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the ELPH 340 HS (16MP) and Z800EXR (12MP) and the ELPH 340 HS (1/2.3") and Z800EXR (1/2") have different sensor sizes.

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The ELPH 340 HS was launched 3 years after the Z800EXR which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple view of how the ELPH 340 HS matches up vs the Z800EXR in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS & FujiFilm FinePix Z800EXR. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 340 HS Gallery & FujiFilm Z800EXR Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 340 HS has got outside dimensions of 100mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) and the FujiFilm Z800EXR has dimensions of 98mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Canon ELPH 340 HS versus FujiFilm Z800EXR in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the ELPH 340 HS compared to the Z800EXR.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 340 HS and Z800EXR is 95 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions simply by going through technical specs. The image here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 340 HS and Z800EXR.

As you can tell, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The ELPH 340 HS featuring a smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the Canon ELPH 340 HS will show greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent ELPH 340 HS should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.