Nikon P340 vs Panasonic FH20

In this article, we will be matching up the Nikon P340 and Panasonic FH20, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the P340 (12MP) and the FH20 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the P340 (1/1.7") and FH20 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The P340 was manufactured 4 years after the FH20 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the P340 matches up versus the FH20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P340 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20. The entire galleries are available at Nikon P340 Gallery & Panasonic FH20 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon P340 enjoys exterior dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Panasonic FH20 has sizing of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the P340 and the FH20.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P340 and FH20 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes just by seeing specs. The image below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the P340 and FH20.

As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The P340 because of its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic FH20 will provide greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more modern P340 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.