Nikon P340 vs Panasonic ZS50
92 Imaging
37 Features
53 Overall
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90 Imaging
37 Features
57 Overall
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Nikon P340 vs Panasonic ZS50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Bump to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F1.8-5.6) lens
- 194g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Released February 2014
- Previous Model is Nikon P330
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 243g - 111 x 65 x 34mm
- Revealed January 2015
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ70
- Previous Model is Panasonic ZS45
- Newer Model is Panasonic ZS60
Nikon P340 vs Panasonic ZS50 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Nikon P340 vs Panasonic ZS50, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the P340 (12MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is relatively close but the P340 (1/1.7") and ZS50 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe P340 was announced 11 months before the ZS50 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the P340 grades vs the ZS50 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon P340 vs Panasonic ZS50 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P340 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P340 Gallery and Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P340 over the Panasonic ZS50
P340 | ZS50 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS50 over the Nikon P340
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Revealed | January 2015 | February 2014 | Newer by 11 months | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 921k | Clearer screen (+119k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon P340 and Panasonic ZS50
P340 | ZS50 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Nikon P340 vs Panasonic ZS50 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon P340 enjoys physical dimensions 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 ZS50 has proportions of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon P340 vs Panasonic ZS50 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the P340 vs the ZS50.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P340 and ZS50 is 92 and 90 respectively.
Nikon P340 vs Panasonic ZS50 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions only by looking through specs. The pic below will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the P340 and ZS50.
All in all, each of these cameras have the same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The P340 includes the bigger sensor which will make getting bokeh easier. The more aged P340 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
Nikon P340 vs Panasonic ZS50 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon P340 vs Panasonic ZS50 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P340 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P340 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ70 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2014-02-07 | 2015-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Max aperture | f/1.8-5.6 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 921k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.50 m | 6.40 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/30p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | No | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 194 grams (0.43 lbs) | 243 grams (0.54 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 111 x 65 x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 54 | 44 |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.7 | 20.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.9 | 11.2 |
DXO Low light score | 273 | 138 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 photos | 300 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $380 | $350 |