Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Nikon S3000
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![Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS front Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-340-HS/Canon-ELPH-340-HS-front.jpg)
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Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Nikon S3000 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
- Launched January 2014
- Additionally Known as IXUS 265 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 116g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Revealed February 2010
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Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Nikon S3000 Overview
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.
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Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Nikon S3000 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 340 HS over the Nikon S3000
ELPH 340 HS | S3000 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 48 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S3000 over the Canon ELPH 340 HS
S3000 | ELPH 340 HS |
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Common features in the Canon ELPH 340 HS and Nikon S3000
ELPH 340 HS | S3000 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Nikon S3000 Physical Comparison
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.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Nikon S3000 size comparison Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Nikon S3000 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-340-HS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S3000-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 340 HS and S3000 is 95 and 96 respectively.
![Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Nikon S3000 top view buttons comparison Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Nikon S3000 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-340-HS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S3000-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Nikon S3000 Sensor Comparison
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.
![Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Nikon S3000 sensor size comparison Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Nikon S3000 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-340-HS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S3000-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Nikon S3000 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Nikon S3000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Nikon S3000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-340-HS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S3000-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Nikon S3000 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS | Nikon Coolpix S3000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS | Nikon Coolpix S3000 |
Also Known as | IXUS 265 HS | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2014-01-06 | 2010-02-03 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 27-108mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.6-7.0 | f/3.2-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 8cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1280 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1280 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 | 147g (0.32 lb) | 116g (0.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 58 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 images | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11LH | EN-EL10 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $199 | $150 |