Nikon P340 vs Olympus TG-810

Here, we are analyzing the Nikon P340 vs Olympus TG-810, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the P340 (12MP) and the TG-810 (14MP) is fairly similar but the P340 (1/1.7") and TG-810 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The P340 was launched 2 years after the TG-810 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the P340 grades versus the TG-810 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P340 & Olympus TG-810. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon P340 Gallery & Olympus TG-810 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon P340 provides outer 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 TG-810 has specifications of 100mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the P340 vs the TG-810.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P340 and TG-810 is 92 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes just by going over specs. The image below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the P340 and TG-810.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The P340 because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Olympus TG-810 will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The newer P340 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.