Nikon S4300 vs Olympus VR-340
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Nikon S4300 vs Olympus VR-340 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 139g - 96 x 59 x 21mm
- Introduced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.0-5.7) lens
- 125g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Released January 2012

Nikon S4300 vs Olympus VR-340 Overview
Its time to look a little more in depth at the Nikon S4300 versus Olympus VR-340, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S4300 (16MP) and the VR-340 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S4300 was brought out very close to the VR-340 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the S4300 grades versus the VR-340 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S4300 vs Olympus VR-340 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S4300 & Olympus VR-340. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S4300 Gallery & Olympus VR-340 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S4300 over the Olympus VR-340
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Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus VR-340 over the Nikon S4300
VR-340 | S4300 |
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Common features in the Nikon S4300 and Olympus VR-340
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Released | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2012 | Same age |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Nikon S4300 vs Olympus VR-340 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S4300 comes with external dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Olympus VR-340 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S4300 versus Olympus VR-340 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the S4300 compared to the VR-340.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S4300 and VR-340 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S4300 vs Olympus VR-340 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specs. The picture underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S4300 and VR-340.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you should always factor the launch date of the cameras into account.

Nikon S4300 vs Olympus VR-340 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S4300 vs Olympus VR-340 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S4300 | Olympus VR-340 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S4300 | Olympus VR-340 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-02-01 | 2012-01-10 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | f/3.0-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 139 gr (0.31 lb) | 125 gr (0.28 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 59 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 images | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $119 | $130 |