Nikon P340 vs Panasonic TS30
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Nikon P340 vs Panasonic TS30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Increase to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F1.8-5.6) lens
- 194g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Announced February 2014
- Superseded the Nikon P330
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2015
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT30
Nikon P340 vs Panasonic TS30 Overview
In this write-up, we are looking at the Nikon P340 and Panasonic TS30, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the P340 (12MP) and TS30 (16MP) and the P340 (1/1.7") and TS30 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizes.
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe P340 was unveiled 11 months prior to the TS30 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the P340 matches up versus the TS30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon P340 vs Panasonic TS30 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P340 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The full galleries are provided at Nikon P340 Gallery and Panasonic TS30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P340 over the Panasonic TS30
P340 | TS30 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focus | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS30 over the Nikon P340
TS30 | P340 | |||
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Revealed | January 2015 | February 2014 | Fresher by 11 months |
Common features in the Nikon P340 and Panasonic TS30
P340 | TS30 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Nikon P340 vs Panasonic TS30 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and size. The Nikon P340 features outer dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS30 has specifications of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
See the Nikon P340 and Panasonic TS30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the P340 versus the TS30.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P340 and TS30 is 92 and 95 respectively.
Nikon P340 vs Panasonic TS30 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by reading through specifications. The visual underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the P340 and TS30.
Plainly, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The P340 having a larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic TS30 will give you more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older P340 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon P340 vs Panasonic TS30 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P340 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix P340 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FT30 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2014-02-07 | 2015-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/1.8-5.6 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 1.3 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.50 m | 4.40 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920x1080 (30p, 25p, 60i, 50i), 1280x720 (30p, 25p), 1920x1080 (15p, 12.5p), 640x480 (120p, 100p), 1280x720 (60p, 50p), 320x240 (240p, 200p), iFrame 720 (30p, 25p), 640x480 (30p, 25p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | No | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 194g (0.43 lbs) | 142g (0.31 lbs) |
Dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 54 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.9 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 273 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 shots | 250 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $380 | $180 |