Nikon P340 vs Samsung TL500

Here is a thorough assessment of the Nikon P340 versus Samsung TL500, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the P340 (12MP) and the TL500 (10MP) is pretty close and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/1.7").

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The P340 was introduced 3 years later than the TL500 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summary of how the P340 matches up versus the TL500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P340 & Samsung TL500. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P340 Gallery & Samsung TL500 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon P340 has exterior dimensions 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 Samsung TL500 has specifications of 114mm x 63mm x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 386 grams (0.85 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view scale comparison of the P340 against the TL500.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the P340 and TL500 is 92 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through specs. The graphic below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the P340 and TL500.

All in all, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Nikon P340 to result in more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The younger P340 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.