Nikon P340 vs Nikon S9100

Following is a extended assessment of the Nikon P340 vs Nikon S9100, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are sold by Nikon. The resolution of the P340 (12MP) and the S9100 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the P340 (1/1.7") and S9100 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The P340 was revealed 2 years after the S9100 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the P340 grades against the S9100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P340 and Nikon Coolpix S9100. The full galleries are provided at Nikon P340 Gallery and Nikon S9100 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon P340 has physical measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Nikon S9100 has specifications of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the P340 versus the S9100.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the P340 and S9100 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing specifications. The image below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the P340 and S9100.

To sum up, both of the cameras come with the identical MP but not the same sensor sizes. The P340 includes the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh simpler. The newer P340 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.