Nikon P340 vs Sigma DP2s

Let's look much closer at the Nikon P340 and Sigma DP2s, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Sigma. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the P340 (12MP) and DP2s (5MP) and the P340 (1/1.7") and DP2s (APS-C) enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The P340 was launched 4 years later than the DP2s and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon P340 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the P340 matches up vs the DP2s in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P340 and Sigma DP2s. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon P340 Gallery and Sigma DP2s Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon P340 features 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) whilst the Sigma DP2s has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the P340 vs the DP2s.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the P340 and DP2s is 92 and 86 respectively.

Often, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by researching a spec sheet. The visual below should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the P340 and DP2s.

Clearly, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The P340 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh tougher and the Nikon P340 will provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 7MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images far more aggressively. The fresher P340 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.