Nikon P340 vs Pentax S1
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Nikon P340 vs Pentax S1 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
- Revealed February 2014
- Succeeded the Nikon P330
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Launched March 2011

Nikon P340 vs Pentax S1 Overview
In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Nikon P340 vs Pentax S1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the P340 (12MP) and the S1 (14MP) is pretty well matched but the P340 (1/1.7") and S1 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.

The P340 was announced 2 years after the S1 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the P340 grades against the S1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon P340 vs Pentax S1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P340 & Pentax Optio S1. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P340 Gallery & Pentax S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P340 over the Pentax S1
P340 | S1 | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | ![]() | March 2011 | Newer by 36 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax S1 over the Nikon P340
S1 | P340 |
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Common features in the Nikon P340 and Pentax S1
P340 | S1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Nikon P340 vs Pentax S1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon P340 enjoys exterior measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Pentax S1 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the P340 vs the S1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P340 and S1 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Nikon P340 vs Pentax S1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions simply by checking specifications. The image below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the P340 and S1.
Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The P340 using its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Pentax S1 will give extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer P340 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

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Nikon P340 vs Pentax S1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P340 | Pentax Optio S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P340 | Pentax Optio S1 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2014-02-07 | 2011-03-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/1.8-5.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.50 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 194g (0.43 lb) | 157g (0.35 lb) |
Dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 54 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.9 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 273 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 pictures | 260 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $380 | $174 |