Nikon P300 vs Nikon P340
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Nikon P300 vs Nikon P340 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 189g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Announced May 2011
- Updated by Nikon P310
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Expand to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F1.8-5.6) lens
- 194g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Announced February 2014
- Older Model is Nikon P330
Nikon P300 vs Nikon P340 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Nikon P300 versus Nikon P340, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are produced by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the P300 (12MP) and the P340 (12MP) is pretty comparable but the P300 (1/2.3") and P340 (1/1.7") offer totally different sensor measurements.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe P300 was unveiled 3 years before the P340 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the P300 scores against the P340 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon P300 vs Nikon P340 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P300 and Nikon Coolpix P340. The full galleries are provided at Nikon P300 Gallery and Nikon P340 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P300 over the Nikon P340
P300 | P340 | |||
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Screen resolution | 922k | 921k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon P340 over the Nikon P300
P340 | P300 | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | May 2011 | Fresher by 32 months | |
Manually focus | More precise focus |
Common features in the Nikon P300 and Nikon P340
P300 | P340 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Nikon P300 vs Nikon P340 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon P300 comes with external dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Nikon P340 has proportions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Compare the Nikon P300 versus Nikon P340 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the P300 and the P340.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the P300 and P340 is 92 and 92 respectively.
Nikon P300 vs Nikon P340 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through specifications. The graphic underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P300 and P340.
Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The P300 contains the smaller sensor which should make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult. The older P300 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon P300 vs Nikon P340 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P300 | Nikon Coolpix P340 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix P300 | Nikon Coolpix P340 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-05-31 | 2014-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/1.8-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 922k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with anti-reflection coating | TFT-LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.50 m | 6.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (15, 30fps), 1280 x 720p (15, 30, 60 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps) | 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 | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 189g (0.42 lbs) | 194g (0.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 54 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.9 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 273 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 shots | 220 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $500 | $380 |