Nikon P340 vs Nikon S640

Following is a extensive analysis of the Nikon P340 and Nikon S640, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are created by Nikon. The resolution of the P340 (12MP) and the S640 (12MP) is very comparable but the P340 (1/1.7") and S640 (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.

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The P340 was launched 4 years after the S640 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the P340 matches up vs the S640 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P340 and Nikon Coolpix S640. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon P340 Gallery and Nikon S640 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon P340 has got outside dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Nikon S640 has proportions of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the P340 vs the S640.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the P340 and S640 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out technical specs. The picture below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the P340 and S640.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have the same MP but different sensor sizes. The P340 features the larger sensor which should make obtaining shallow depth of field easier. The more recent P340 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.