Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Nikon S3000

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Canon ELPH 340 HS and Nikon S3000, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the ELPH 340 HS (16MP) and S3000 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 340 HS was brought out 3 years later than the S3000 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the ELPH 340 HS scores vs the S3000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS and Nikon Coolpix S3000. The entire galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 340 HS Gallery and Nikon S3000 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 340 HS provides outer dimensions of 100mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Nikon S3000 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Canon ELPH 340 HS and Nikon S3000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the ELPH 340 HS against the S3000.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 340 HS and S3000 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The graphic underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 340 HS and S3000.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon ELPH 340 HS to show greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern ELPH 340 HS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.