Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Nikon S1200pj

Its time to look more closely at the Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Nikon S1200pj, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 340 HS (16MP) and the S1200pj (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 340 HS was announced 2 years later than the S1200pj and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief view of how the ELPH 340 HS grades against the S1200pj in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS and Nikon Coolpix S1200pj. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 340 HS Gallery and Nikon S1200pj Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 340 HS enjoys 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) whilst the Nikon S1200pj has specifications of 107mm x 64mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs).

Contrast the Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Nikon S1200pj in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the ELPH 340 HS versus the S1200pj.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 340 HS and S1200pj is 95 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading through a spec sheet. The visual below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 340 HS and S1200pj.

Clearly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Canon ELPH 340 HS to resolve extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The younger ELPH 340 HS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.