Nikon P340 vs Olympus 8000

Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Nikon P340 and Olympus 8000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the P340 (12MP) and the 8000 (12MP) is fairly well matched but the P340 (1/1.7") and 8000 (1/2.3") posses different sensor size.

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The P340 was unveiled 4 years later than the 8000 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the P340 matches up against the 8000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P340 & Olympus Stylus Tough 8000. The full galleries are provided at Nikon P340 Gallery & Olympus 8000 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and size. The Nikon P340 provides exterior measurements 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 Olympus 8000 has specifications of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the P340 vs the 8000.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P340 and 8000 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking specifications. The visual underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the P340 and 8000.

To sum up, both of the cameras have the same megapixels but different sensor sizing. The P340 has got the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallower depth of field simpler. The more modern P340 provides an edge in sensor technology.