Nikon P340 vs Panasonic FH1

Let's look more closely at the Nikon P340 and Panasonic FH1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the P340 (12MP) and the FH1 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the P340 (1/1.7") and FH1 (1/2.3") posses different sensor size.

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The P340 was announced 4 years after the FH1 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the P340 grades versus the FH1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P340 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon P340 Gallery and Panasonic FH1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon P340 has outside measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH1 has measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).

Look at the Nikon P340 and Panasonic FH1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the P340 compared to the FH1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the P340 and FH1 is 92 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through technical specs. The picture underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the P340 and FH1.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature the identical MP albeit different sensor dimensions. The P340 offers the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field simpler. The fresher P340 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.