Canon ELPH 340 HS vs FujiFilm Finepix Z90

Here is a extended comparison of the Canon ELPH 340 HS versus FujiFilm Finepix Z90, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the ELPH 340 HS (16MP) and the Finepix Z90 (14MP) is very similar and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 340 HS was launched 3 years later than the Finepix Z90 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the ELPH 340 HS scores versus the Finepix Z90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS and FujiFilm Finepix Z90. The complete galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 340 HS Gallery and FujiFilm Finepix Z90 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 340 HS features outside measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) and the FujiFilm Finepix Z90 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Look at the Canon ELPH 340 HS versus FujiFilm Finepix Z90 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the ELPH 340 HS versus the Finepix Z90.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 340 HS and Finepix Z90 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The graphic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 340 HS and Finepix Z90.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon ELPH 340 HS to offer more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics much more aggressively. The more modern ELPH 340 HS will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.