Nikon P340 vs Panasonic ZS70

Here, we will be contrasting the Nikon P340 and Panasonic ZS70, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the P340 (12MP) and ZS70 (20MP) and the P340 (1/1.7") and ZS70 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The P340 was brought out 4 years earlier than the ZS70 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the P340 scores versus the ZS70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P340 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P340 Gallery and Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon P340 has got exterior measurements 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 ZS70 has sizing of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the P340 and the ZS70.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P340 and ZS70 is 92 and 87 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specifications. The image here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the P340 and ZS70.

To sum up, the 2 cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The P340 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic ZS70 will provide more detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged P340 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.