Nikon P340 vs Panasonic FX48

Below is a in depth assessment of the Nikon P340 and Panasonic FX48, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the P340 (12MP) and the FX48 (12MP) is pretty close but the P340 (1/1.7") and FX48 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The P340 was introduced 5 years later than the FX48 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the P340 scores versus the FX48 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P340 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon P340 Gallery and Panasonic FX48 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon P340 has got exterior 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) while the Panasonic FX48 has proportions of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the P340 vs the FX48.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P340 and FX48 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements just by researching a spec sheet. The photograph below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the P340 and FX48.

Clearly, the 2 cameras come with the identical megapixels albeit not the same sensor measurements. The P340 includes the bigger sensor which will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult. The fresher P340 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.