Nikon P340 vs Nikon W300

Below, we will be evaluating the Nikon P340 versus Nikon W300, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are offered by Nikon. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the P340 (12MP) and W300 (16MP) and the P340 (1/1.7") and W300 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizes.

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The P340 was unveiled 4 years before the W300 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the P340 grades vs the W300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P340 & Nikon Coolpix W300. The full galleries are available at Nikon P340 Gallery & Nikon W300 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon P340 enjoys exterior dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Nikon W300 has specifications of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the P340 compared to the W300.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P340 and W300 is 92 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The visual below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the P340 and W300.

As you have seen, the two cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The P340 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon W300 will provide greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older P340 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.