Nikon P340 vs Panasonic TS2

In this article, we are analyzing the Nikon P340 and Panasonic TS2, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the P340 (12MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is fairly comparable but the P340 (1/1.7") and TS2 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizing.

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The P340 was brought out 4 years after the TS2 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the P340 scores against the TS2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P340 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P340 Gallery and Panasonic TS2 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon P340 has got exterior dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Panasonic TS2 has measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon P340 and Panasonic TS2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the P340 versus the TS2.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P340 and TS2 is 92 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes just by checking out technical specs. The image below should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the P340 and TS2.

As you can tell, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The P340 because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Panasonic TS2 will provide more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer P340 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.