Nikon L28 vs Nikon P340
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Nikon L28 vs Nikon P340 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Raise to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F1.8-5.6) lens
- 194g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Revealed February 2014
- Old Model is Nikon P330

Nikon L28 vs Nikon P340 Overview
Following is a thorough assessment of the Nikon L28 vs Nikon P340, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are created by Nikon. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the L28 (20MP) and P340 (12MP) and the L28 (1/2.3") and P340 (1/1.7") posses totally different sensor dimensions.

The L28 was revealed 12 months prior to the P340 so they are of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the L28 matches up versus the P340 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon L28 vs Nikon P340 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L28 & Nikon Coolpix P340. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L28 Gallery & Nikon P340 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Nikon P340
L28 | P340 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon P340 over the Nikon L28
P340 | L28 | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2013 | More modern by 12 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L28 and Nikon P340
L28 | P340 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch display |
Nikon L28 vs Nikon P340 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon L28 has got exterior dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Nikon P340 has measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon L28 vs Nikon P340 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the L28 against the P340.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the L28 and P340 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Nikon L28 vs Nikon P340 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes merely by going over specifications. The image here might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the L28 and P340.
To sum up, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The L28 using its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Nikon L28 will offer extra detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged L28 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon L28 vs Nikon P340 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L28 vs Nikon P340 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L28 | Nikon Coolpix P340 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L28 | Nikon Coolpix P340 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-01-29 | 2014-02-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 |
Full resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/1.8-5.6 |
Macro focus range | - | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT-LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 6.50 m |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1920x1080 (30p, 25p, 60i, 50i), 1280x720 (30p, 25p), 1920x1080 (15p, 12.5p), 640x480 (120p, 100p), 1280x720 (60p, 50p), 320x240 (240p, 200p), iFrame 720 (30p, 25p), 640x480 (30p, 25p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | No |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 164 gr (0.36 lbs) | 194 gr (0.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 54 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.9 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 273 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 280 pictures | 220 pictures |
Battery form | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $90 | $380 |