Nikon AW100 vs Nikon P340

Its time to examine more closely at the Nikon AW100 versus Nikon P340, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are created by Nikon. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the AW100 (16MP) and P340 (12MP) and the AW100 (1/2.3") and P340 (1/1.7") feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The AW100 was introduced 3 years prior to the P340 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the AW100 matches up vs the P340 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW100 and Nikon Coolpix P340. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon AW100 Gallery and Nikon P340 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon AW100 offers external measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Nikon P340 has proportions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon AW100 versus Nikon P340 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the AW100 and the P340.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the AW100 and P340 is 93 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading specifications. The photograph here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the AW100 and P340.

To sum up, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The AW100 having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Nikon AW100 will deliver extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older AW100 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.