Nikon P340 vs Panasonic TS20

Here, we are evaluating the Nikon P340 versus Panasonic TS20, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the P340 (12MP) and TS20 (16MP) and the P340 (1/1.7") and TS20 (1/2.3") posses different sensor dimensions.

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The P340 was announced 2 years later than the TS20 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a concise summary of how the P340 scores versus the TS20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P340 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P340 Gallery & Panasonic TS20 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P340 provides outer measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Panasonic TS20 has dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the P340 vs the TS20.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P340 and TS20 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The graphic here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the P340 and TS20.

As you have seen, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The P340 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic TS20 will render more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The younger P340 provides an advantage in sensor tech.