Nikon P340 vs Samsung SL820
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Nikon P340 vs Samsung SL820 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Boost to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F1.8-5.6) lens
- 194g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Launched February 2014
- Earlier Model is Nikon P330
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 168g - 95 x 59 x 23mm
- Revealed February 2009
- Alternate Name is IT100

Nikon P340 vs Samsung SL820 Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Nikon P340 and Samsung SL820, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the P340 (12MP) and the SL820 (12MP) is pretty close but the P340 (1/1.7") and SL820 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor dimensions.

The P340 was introduced 5 years later than the SL820 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the P340 grades versus the SL820 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon P340 vs Samsung SL820 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P340 and Samsung SL820. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P340 Gallery and Samsung SL820 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P340 over the Samsung SL820
P340 | SL820 | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 61 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL820 over the Nikon P340
SL820 | P340 |
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Common features in the Nikon P340 and Samsung SL820
P340 | SL820 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Nikon P340 vs Samsung SL820 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon P340 provides exterior measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Samsung SL820 has sizing of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon P340 and Samsung SL820 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the P340 against the SL820.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the P340 and SL820 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Nikon P340 vs Samsung SL820 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching a spec sheet. The graphic here may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the P340 and SL820.
As you can see, each of the cameras posses the exact same MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The P340 uses the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult. The newer P340 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.

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Nikon P340 vs Samsung SL820 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P340 | Samsung SL820 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix P340 | Samsung SL820 |
Also referred to as | - | IT100 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2014-02-07 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/1.8-5.6 | f/3.4-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 921k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.50 m | 4.50 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 194 gr (0.43 pounds) | 168 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 95 x 59 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 54 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.9 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 273 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $380 | $280 |