Nikon P340 vs Panasonic ZS8

On this page, we are evaluating the Nikon P340 versus Panasonic ZS8, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the P340 (12MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is fairly close but the P340 (1/1.7") and ZS8 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizing.

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The P340 was introduced 2 years later than the ZS8 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the P340 scores versus the ZS8 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P340 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P340 Gallery & Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P340 has got physical dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS8 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon P340 versus Panasonic ZS8 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the P340 and the ZS8.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the P340 and ZS8 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the P340 and ZS8.

Clearly, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The P340 having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Panasonic ZS8 will result in more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The newer P340 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.