Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Nikon S2900

Lets look more closely at the Canon ELPH 340 HS and Nikon S2900, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the ELPH 340 HS (16MP) and the S2900 (20MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 340 HS was manufactured 12 months earlier than the S2900 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the ELPH 340 HS matches up vs the S2900 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS & Nikon Coolpix S2900. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 340 HS Gallery & Nikon S2900 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 340 HS comes with exterior measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Nikon S2900 has sizing of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Canon ELPH 340 HS and Nikon S2900 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the ELPH 340 HS against the S2900.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 340 HS and S2900 is 95 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The graphic here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 340 HS and S2900.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Nikon S2900 to offer you extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older ELPH 340 HS is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.