Nikon P340 vs Olympus 8010

Below, we are comparing the Nikon P340 and Olympus 8010, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the P340 (12MP) and the 8010 (13MP) is fairly close but the P340 (1/1.7") and 8010 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor size.

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The P340 was announced 4 years later than the 8010 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the P340 matches up versus the 8010 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P340 and Olympus Stylus Tough 8010. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon P340 Gallery and Olympus 8010 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P340 enjoys physical dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Olympus 8010 has dimensions of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon P340 and Olympus 8010 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the P340 versus the 8010.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P340 and 8010 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by looking through technical specs. The graphic here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the P340 and 8010.

As you can tell, each of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The P340 with its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Olympus 8010 will result in more detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images much more aggressively. The younger P340 will have an edge in sensor tech.