Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Fujifilm X-E2
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Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Fujifilm X-E2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1280 video
- 25-300mm (F3.6-7.0) lens
- 147g - 100 x 58 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2014
- Alternative Name is IXUS 265 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
- Announced March 2014
- Old Model is Fujifilm X-E1
- Newer Model is Fujifilm X-E2S
Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Fujifilm X-E2 Overview
In this article, we will be analyzing the Canon ELPH 340 HS and Fujifilm X-E2, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the ELPH 340 HS (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) is pretty comparable but the ELPH 340 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X-E2 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe ELPH 340 HS was released very close to the Fujifilm X-E2 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon ELPH 340 HS being a Ultracompact camera and the Fujifilm X-E2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the ELPH 340 HS grades versus the Fujifilm X-E2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Fujifilm X-E2 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS & Fujifilm X-E2. The complete galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 340 HS Gallery & Fujifilm X-E2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 340 HS over the Fujifilm X-E2
ELPH 340 HS | Fujifilm X-E2 |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2 over the Canon ELPH 340 HS
Fujifilm X-E2 | ELPH 340 HS | |||
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Screen resolution | 1040k | 461k | Sharper screen (+579k dot) |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 340 HS and Fujifilm X-E2
ELPH 340 HS | Fujifilm X-E2 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | March 2014 | Same age | |
Manually focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Fujifilm X-E2 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 340 HS has physical dimensions of 100mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X-E2 has dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon ELPH 340 HS and Fujifilm X-E2 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the ELPH 340 HS versus the Fujifilm X-E2.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 340 HS and Fujifilm X-E2 is 95 and 85 respectively.
Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Fujifilm X-E2 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to see the difference in sensor sizes just by checking out specs. The picture underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 340 HS and Fujifilm X-E2.
All in all, the 2 cameras offer the same exact resolution albeit not the same sensor sizes. The ELPH 340 HS comes with the smaller sensor which should make achieving shallower DOF more difficult.
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Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Fujifilm X-E2 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS | Fujifilm X-E2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS | Fujifilm X-E2 |
Otherwise known as | IXUS 265 HS | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2014-01-06 | 2014-03-05 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4+ | EXR Processor II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS X-TRANS II |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.6 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 368.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Fujifilm X |
Lens zoom range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.6-7.0 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 54 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 461 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.62x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) |
Flash modes | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1280 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1280 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 147 grams (0.32 pounds) | 350 grams (0.77 pounds) |
Dimensions | 100 x 58 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 129 x 75 x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 190 shots | 350 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-11LH | W126 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $199 | $450 |