Nikon P340 vs Nikon S630

Its time to examine more closely at the Nikon P340 vs Nikon S630, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are built by Nikon. The image resolution of the P340 (12MP) and the S630 (12MP) is very well matched but the P340 (1/1.7") and S630 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The P340 was unveiled 5 years later than the S630 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the P340 scores versus the S630 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P340 and Nikon Coolpix S630. The full galleries are available at Nikon P340 Gallery and Nikon S630 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon P340 provides outside measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Nikon S630 has proportions of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the P340 compared to the S630.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the P340 and S630 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at technical specs. The visual below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the P340 and S630.

As you can tell, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact resolution but not the same sensor sizing. The P340 provides the larger sensor which should make getting bokeh simpler. The younger P340 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.