Nikon P340 vs Nikon P7700

Here is a in depth analysis of the Nikon P340 and Nikon P7700, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are offered by Nikon. The resolution of the P340 (12MP) and the P7700 (12MP) is fairly close and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/1.7").

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The P340 was announced 9 months later than the P7700 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a short introduction of how the P340 scores against the P7700 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P340 & Nikon Coolpix P7700. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P340 Gallery & Nikon P7700 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Nikon P340 offers physical dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Nikon P7700 has specifications of 119mm x 73mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.9" x 2.0") and a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs).

Compare the Nikon P340 and Nikon P7700 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the P340 versus the P7700.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P340 and P7700 is 92 and 82 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing purely by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the P340 and P7700.

As you can tell, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP and you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you will want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The younger P340 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.