Nikon P340 vs Sony HX9V

In this article, we will be reviewing the Nikon P340 and Sony HX9V, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the P340 (12MP) and HX9V (16MP) and the P340 (1/1.7") and HX9V (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The P340 was introduced 2 years later than the HX9V and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the P340 scores against the HX9V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P340 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon P340 Gallery & Sony HX9V Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon P340 provides physical measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony HX9V has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the P340 against the HX9V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the P340 and HX9V is 92 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements simply by going through a spec sheet. The graphic here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the P340 and HX9V.

As you can see, both cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The P340 using its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Sony HX9V will show more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more modern P340 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.