Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Nikon S1100pj
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Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Nikon S1100pj Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1280 video
- 25-300mm (F3.6-7.0) lens
- 147g - 100 x 58 x 22mm
- Released January 2014
- Additionally Known as IXUS 265 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 180g - 101 x 68 x 24mm
- Introduced August 2010

Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Nikon S1100pj Overview
In this write-up, we are reviewing the Canon ELPH 340 HS and Nikon S1100pj, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the ELPH 340 HS (16MP) and the S1100pj (14MP) is fairly similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The ELPH 340 HS was manufactured 3 years after the S1100pj which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the ELPH 340 HS matches up against the S1100pj when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Nikon S1100pj Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS and Nikon Coolpix S1100pj. The entire galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 340 HS Gallery and Nikon S1100pj Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 340 HS over the Nikon S1100pj
ELPH 340 HS | S1100pj | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | August 2010 | More modern by 42 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S1100pj over the Canon ELPH 340 HS
S1100pj | ELPH 340 HS | |||
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Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 340 HS and Nikon S1100pj
ELPH 340 HS | S1100pj | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Nikon S1100pj Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 340 HS has outer dimensions of 100mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Nikon S1100pj has dimensions of 101mm x 68mm x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
See the Canon ELPH 340 HS and Nikon S1100pj in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the ELPH 340 HS compared to the S1100pj.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 340 HS and S1100pj is 95 and 93 respectively.

Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Nikon S1100pj Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes purely by going over specs. The image below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 340 HS and S1100pj.
All in all, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon ELPH 340 HS to offer you extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer ELPH 340 HS is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.

Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Nikon S1100pj Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Nikon S1100pj Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS | Nikon Coolpix S1100pj | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS | Nikon Coolpix S1100pj |
Also called as | IXUS 265 HS | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2014-01-06 | 2010-08-17 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4+ | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.6-7.0 | f/3.9-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1280 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30,15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1280 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 147 grams (0.32 lb) | 180 grams (0.40 lb) |
Dimensions | 100 x 58 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 101 x 68 x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11LH | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $199 | $399 |