Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Olympus 9000
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Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Olympus 9000 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
- Introduced January 2014
- Additionally referred to as IXUS 265 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-280mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 225g - 96 x 60 x 31mm
- Launched May 2009
- Alternative Name is mju 9000

Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Olympus 9000 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Canon ELPH 340 HS versus Olympus 9000, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Olympus. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the ELPH 340 HS (16MP) and 9000 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The ELPH 340 HS was released 4 years after the 9000 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon ELPH 340 HS being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus 9000 being a Compact camera.
Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a quick view of how the ELPH 340 HS matches up vs the 9000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Olympus 9000 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS and Olympus Stylus 9000. The complete galleries are available at Canon ELPH 340 HS Gallery and Olympus 9000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 340 HS over the Olympus 9000
ELPH 340 HS | 9000 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | ![]() | May 2009 | More modern by 57 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus 9000 over the Canon ELPH 340 HS
9000 | ELPH 340 HS |
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Common features in the Canon ELPH 340 HS and Olympus 9000
ELPH 340 HS | 9000 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Olympus 9000 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 340 HS offers exterior measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Olympus 9000 has proportions of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon ELPH 340 HS versus Olympus 9000 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the ELPH 340 HS compared to the 9000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 340 HS and 9000 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Olympus 9000 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through specifications. The pic underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 340 HS and 9000.
Plainly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon ELPH 340 HS to provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The more modern ELPH 340 HS will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Olympus 9000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Olympus 9000 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS | Olympus Stylus 9000 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS | Olympus Stylus 9000 |
Also called as | IXUS 265 HS | mju 9000 |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2014-01-06 | 2009-05-14 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3968 x 2976 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.6-7.0 | f/3.2-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1280 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1280 | 640x480 |
Video file 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 147 grams (0.32 lb) | 225 grams (0.50 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 58 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 96 x 60 x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 190 images | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (12 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $199 | $300 |