Nikon P340 vs Nikon S4300

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Nikon P340 versus Nikon S4300, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are designed by Nikon. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the P340 (12MP) and S4300 (16MP) and the P340 (1/1.7") and S4300 (1/2.3") come with different sensor dimensions.

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The P340 was launched 2 years later than the S4300 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief summary of how the P340 grades against the S4300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P340 & Nikon Coolpix S4300. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon P340 Gallery & Nikon S4300 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and volume. The Nikon P340 features outside measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Nikon S4300 has sizing of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the P340 versus the S4300.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P340 and S4300 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Normally, its tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through specs. The photograph below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the P340 and S4300.

All in all, both of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The P340 featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Nikon S4300 will give more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The newer P340 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.