Nikon P340 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ

Its time to look more in depth at the Nikon P340 and Olympus SP-620 UZ, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Olympus. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the P340 (12MP) and SP-620 UZ (16MP) and the P340 (1/1.7") and SP-620 UZ (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The P340 was revealed 2 years after the SP-620 UZ which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the P340 scores against the SP-620 UZ in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P340 & Olympus SP-620 UZ. The full galleries are available at Nikon P340 Gallery & Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon P340 features external dimensions 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 Olympus SP-620 UZ has sizing of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") having a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon P340 and Olympus SP-620 UZ in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the P340 compared to the SP-620 UZ.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the P340 and SP-620 UZ is 92 and 78 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching specs. The picture here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the P340 and SP-620 UZ.

All in all, both of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The P340 with its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Olympus SP-620 UZ will result in more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more recent P340 will have a benefit in sensor tech.