Nikon P340 vs Panasonic ZR3

On this page, we are matching up the Nikon P340 and Panasonic ZR3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the P340 (12MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is very close but the P340 (1/1.7") and ZR3 (1/2.3") provide different sensor dimensions.

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The P340 was brought out 4 years after the ZR3 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the P340 grades vs the ZR3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P340 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The entire galleries are available at Nikon P340 Gallery and Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon P340 comes with outer measurements 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 ZR3 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the P340 compared to the ZR3.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the P340 and ZR3 is 92 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through a spec sheet. The picture underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the P340 and ZR3.

As you can see, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The P340 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic ZR3 will provide you with extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more recent P340 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.