Nikon P340 vs Sony WX500

In this article, we will be looking at the Nikon P340 versus Sony WX500, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Sony. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the P340 (12MP) and WX500 (18MP) and the P340 (1/1.7") and WX500 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizing.

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The P340 was unveiled 14 months before the WX500 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the P340 grades versus the WX500 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P340 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon P340 Gallery and Sony WX500 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon P340 offers 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) whilst the Sony WX500 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon P340 versus Sony WX500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the P340 compared to the WX500.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the P340 and WX500 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions merely by going through a spec sheet. The image here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the P340 and WX500.

As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The P340 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony WX500 will produce extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged P340 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.