Nikon P330 vs Nikon P340

Let's look more closely at the Nikon P330 vs Nikon P340, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are sold by Nikon. The image resolution of the P330 (12MP) and the P340 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/1.7").

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The P330 was announced 11 months prior to the P340 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the P330 grades vs the P340 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P330 and Nikon Coolpix P340. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P330 Gallery and Nikon P340 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon P330 offers external measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Nikon P340 has measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the P330 against the P340.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P330 and P340 is 92 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing just by looking at specifications. The graphic here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the P330 and P340.

Plainly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures but you really should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older P330 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.