Nikon P340 vs Nikon P7800

Following is a detailed analysis of the Nikon P340 vs Nikon P7800, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are produced by Nikon. The image resolution of the P340 (12MP) and the P7800 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/1.7").

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The P340 was announced 3 months after the P7800 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the P340 scores vs the P7800 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P340 and Nikon Coolpix P7800. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P340 Gallery and Nikon P7800 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon P340 offers exterior 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) and the Nikon P7800 has specifications of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") with a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the P340 versus the P7800.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P340 and P7800 is 92 and 82 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading through a spec sheet. The pic here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the P340 and P7800.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of files but you would want to factor the release date of the products into consideration.