Nikon S4300 vs Olympus 7040

Below, we will be reviewing the Nikon S4300 vs Olympus 7040, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S4300 (16MP) and the 7040 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S4300 was introduced 2 years after the 7040 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the S4300 matches up against the 7040 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S4300 & Olympus Stylus 7040. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S4300 Gallery & Olympus 7040 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S4300 enjoys outer measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Olympus 7040 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the S4300 against the 7040.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S4300 and 7040 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specs. The pic underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S4300 and 7040.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Nikon S4300 to produce greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The newer S4300 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.