Fujifilm JX500 vs Nikon P340

Its time to examine more in depth at the Fujifilm JX500 versus Nikon P340, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm JX500 (14MP) and the P340 (12MP) is fairly close but the Fujifilm JX500 (1/2.3") and P340 (1/1.7") feature different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm JX500 was introduced 3 years prior to the P340 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short overview of how the Fujifilm JX500 scores versus the P340 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix JX500 and Nikon Coolpix P340. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm JX500 Gallery and Nikon P340 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm JX500 provides exterior dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Nikon P340 has specifications of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm JX500 versus Nikon P340 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm JX500 compared to the P340.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JX500 and P340 is 95 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements merely by viewing specifications. The visual below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm JX500 and P340.

Plainly, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm JX500 using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Fujifilm JX500 will provide you with extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm JX500 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.