Nikon P340 vs Olympus XZ-10
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Nikon P340 vs Olympus XZ-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Raise to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F1.8-5.6) lens
- 194g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Released February 2014
- Superseded the Nikon P330
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F1.8-2.7) lens
- 221g - 102 x 61 x 34mm
- Revealed January 2013
Nikon P340 vs Olympus XZ-10 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Nikon P340 vs Olympus XZ-10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the P340 (12MP) and the XZ-10 (12MP) is pretty similar but the P340 (1/1.7") and XZ-10 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe P340 was brought out 13 months later than the XZ-10 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the P340 matches up against the XZ-10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon P340 vs Olympus XZ-10 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P340 and Olympus Stylus XZ-10. The entire galleries are available at Nikon P340 Gallery and Olympus XZ-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P340 over the Olympus XZ-10
P340 | XZ-10 | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | January 2013 | More recent by 13 months | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 920k | Crisper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus XZ-10 over the Nikon P340
XZ-10 | P340 | |||
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Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon P340 and Olympus XZ-10
P340 | XZ-10 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen size | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Nikon P340 vs Olympus XZ-10 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P340 comes with exterior measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Olympus XZ-10 has dimensions of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).
Compare the Nikon P340 vs Olympus XZ-10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the P340 and the XZ-10.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the P340 and XZ-10 is 92 and 91 respectively.
Nikon P340 vs Olympus XZ-10 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to see the difference between sensor measurements only by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the P340 and XZ-10.
Clearly, each of these cameras provide the same resolution albeit not the same sensor measurements. The P340 provides the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving shallower DOF simpler. The more recent P340 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon P340 vs Olympus XZ-10 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P340 | Olympus Stylus XZ-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P340 | Olympus Stylus XZ-10 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2014-02-07 | 2013-01-30 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3968 x 2976 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 35 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/1.8-5.6 | f/1.8-2.7 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 921k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.50 m | - |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920x1080 (30p, 25p, 60i, 50i), 1280x720 (30p, 25p), 1920x1080 (15p, 12.5p), 640x480 (120p, 100p), 1280x720 (60p, 50p), 320x240 (240p, 200p), iFrame 720 (30p, 25p), 640x480 (30p, 25p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps, 18Mbps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps, 9Mbps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | No | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 194 gr (0.43 lbs) | 221 gr (0.49 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 102 x 61 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 54 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.9 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 273 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 pictures | 240 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | Li-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $380 | $428 |