Nikon P340 vs Samsung HZ30W

Below is a extended overview of the Nikon P340 and Samsung HZ30W, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the P340 (12MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is relatively close but the P340 (1/1.7") and HZ30W (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizes.

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The P340 was manufactured 4 years later than the HZ30W and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the P340 scores versus the HZ30W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P340 and Samsung HZ30W. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon P340 Gallery and Samsung HZ30W Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon P340 has external measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Samsung HZ30W has specifications of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon P340 and Samsung HZ30W in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the P340 and the HZ30W.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P340 and HZ30W is 92 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements simply by researching technical specs. The visual underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the P340 and HZ30W.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have got the exact same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor measurements. The P340 comes with the bigger sensor which will make getting shallow depth of field easier. The younger P340 will have an advantage in sensor technology.