Nikon P340 vs Panasonic FZ28

The following is a thorough overview of the Nikon P340 and Panasonic FZ28, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the P340 (12MP) and the FZ28 (10MP) is relatively similar but the P340 (1/1.7") and FZ28 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The P340 was brought out 5 years after the FZ28 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the P340 scores versus the FZ28 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P340 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P340 Gallery & Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you should consider its weight and size. The Nikon P340 has got exterior measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ28 has specifications of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the P340 against the FZ28.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the P340 and FZ28 is 92 and 72 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by going over a spec sheet. The pic below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the P340 and FZ28.

As you can see, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The P340 because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Nikon P340 will deliver more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The fresher P340 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.