Nikon Coolpix P340

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    Highlights

    • 12.2 MP 1/1.7-inch BSI-CMOS Sensor
    • 80 - 6,400 Native ISO
    • Image Stabilization
    • 3.0" 921k dot Fixed Screen
    • 10.0 fps Continuous Shooting
    • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
    • Built-in Flash
    • Built-In Wi-Fi
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    Overview

    Nikon Coolpix P340 was announced in 2014 and is a 1/1.7-inch (7.44 x 5.58 mm) Standard Compact camera with 12.2 Megapixel BSI-CMOS sensor. Its native ISO ranges from 80 to 6,400 and expands to 80 - 12,800 in boosted mode. The camera has a Fixed 3.0" screen with 921k dot resolution. It has an image stabilization.

    Nikon Coolpix P340 can capture video up to 1920 x 1080 resolution.


    Here is the Nikon Coolpix P(xxx|1000) series lineup, where you can view and compare the main specifications of the cameras within the same series.

    Nikon Coolpix P(xxx|1000) series lineup
    Model Date Sensor Native ISO Screen Price
    Image cannot be found Nikon P950 January
    2020
    16 MP
    1/2.3-inch
    100 - 6,400 Articulated 3.20"
    921k dot
    Image cannot be found Nikon P1000 July
    2018
    16 MP
    1/2.3-inch
    100 - 6,400 Articulated 3.20"
    921k dot
    Image cannot be found Nikon P900 March
    2015
    16 MP
    1/2.3-inch
    100 - 6,400 Articulated 3.0"
    921k dot
    Image cannot be found Nikon P610 February
    2015
    16 MP
    1/2.3-inch
    100 - 6,400 Articulated 3.0"
    921k dot
    Image cannot be found Nikon P600 February
    2014
    16.1 MP
    1/2.3-inch
    100 - 6,400 Articulated 3.0"
    921k dot
    Image cannot be found Nikon P530 February
    2014
    16.1 MP
    1/2.3-inch
    100 - 6,400 Fixed 3.0"
    921k dot
    Image cannot be found Nikon P340 February
    2014
    12.2 MP
    1/1.7-inch
    80 - 6,400 Fixed 3.0"
    921k dot
    Image cannot be found Nikon P330 March
    2013
    12.2 MP
    1/1.7-inch
    100 - 12,800 Fixed 3.0"
    921k dot
    Image cannot be found Nikon P520 January
    2013
    18.1 MP
    1/2.3-inch
    80 - 3,200 Articulated 3.20"
    921k dot
    Image cannot be found Nikon P510 July
    2012
    16.1 MP
    1/2.3-inch
    100 - 3,200 Tilting 3.0"
    921k dot
    Image cannot be found Nikon P310 June
    2012
    16.1 MP
    1/2.3-inch
    100 - 3,200 Fixed 3.0"
    921k dot
    Image cannot be found Nikon P300 May
    2011
    12.2 MP
    1/2.3-inch
    160 - 3,200 Fixed 3.0"
    922k dot
    Image cannot be found Nikon P500 February
    2011
    12.1 MP
    1/2.3-inch
    160 - 3,200 Tilting 3.0"
    921k dot
    Image cannot be found Nikon P100 July
    2010
    10.3 MP
    1/2.3-inch
    80 - 3,200 Tilting 3.0"
    460k dot

    You can view their side-by-side comparison here: Nikon Coolpix P950 vs Coolpix P1000 vs Coolpix P900 vs Coolpix P610 vs Coolpix P600 vs Coolpix P530.

    Pros and Cons

    In this section we present pros and cons of Nikon Coolpix P340.

    PROS

    •   Cheap
    •   Video Capture
    •   80 Lowest Native ISO
    •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
    •   Face Detection
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Built-in Flash
    •   Built-In Wi-Fi
    •   Light - 194 g (0.43 lb / 6.84 oz)
    •   Internal Storage

    CONS

    •   Small Sensor
    •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.2 Megapixel
    •   Timelapse Recording
    •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   Fixed Screen
    •   No Viewfinder
    •   No External Flash Connectivity
    •   Low DxO Overall Score - 54
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
    •   No Built-in Microphone
    •   No Microphone Input
    •   No Headphone Output
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Built-In Bluetooth
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Short Battery Life - 220 shots

    And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

    AVERAGE

    •   Screen Size - 3.0"
    •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
    •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps

    Predecessor

    Here we are comparing Nikon Coolpix P340 to its predecessor Coolpix P330 and displaying the major changes.

    UPGRADES Nikon Coolpix P340 vs Nikon Coolpix P330
    Lower Native ISO 80 vs 100
    Min Macro Focus Distance 2 cm vs 3 cm
    Higher DxO Low Light ISO 273 vs 213
    Higher DxO Dynamic Range 11.9 vs 11.7
    Built-In Wi-Fi vs
    Lighter 194 g (0.43 lb / 6.84 oz) vs 200 g (0.44 lb / 7.05 oz)
    Longer Battery Life 220 shots vs 200 shots
    DOWNGRADES Nikon Coolpix P340 vs Nikon Coolpix P330
    Lower Native ISO 6,400 vs 12,800
    Lower DxO Color Depth 20.7 vs 21.0
    Speaker vs Mono
    Built-in Microphone vs Mono
    Built-in GPS vs

    For more detailed comparison between the models please visit Nikon Coolpix P340 vs Coolpix P330.

    Screen

    Fixed screen

    Nikon Coolpix P340 has a 3.0" Fixed screen with 921k dot resolution.

    Sensor

    BSI-CMOS Sensor

    Nikon Coolpix P340 features a 12.2 megapixel 1/1.7-inch BSI-CMOS sensor with dimensions of 7.44 x 5.58 mm and a total area of 41.5 mm2. Its native ISO range is 80 - 6,400 and expands to 80 - 12,800 in boosted mode.

    The camera has BSI-CMOS sensor, short for Backside Illuminated Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor sensor. In traditional CMOS sensors, the wiring and circuitry are located on the front side of the sensor, which can block some of the incoming light. BSI technology flips this design by placing the photosensitive elements (pixels) on the backside of the sensor, allowing more light to reach the pixels. This significantly enhances light sensitivity and improves low-light performance. BSI-CMOS sensors are particularly effective in low-light conditions, as they can capture more light, resulting in brighter and less noisy images. This makes them well-suited for indoor and night photography. BSI-CMOS sensors deliver a higher SNR and reduced cross-talk.

    Photography Features

    Camera can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution.


    Image Stabilization

    The camera has an image stabilization.

    Check out the cameras which are frequently compared to Nikon Coolpix P340.

    Connectivity, Battery and Storage

    Built-in Wi-Fi

    Camera has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
      Check out the cameras in our database that have built-in WiFi.


    USB Input

    Nikon Coolpix P340 has a USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) input for data transfer.


    Battery

    Nikon Coolpix P340 comes with EN-EL12 battery pack with battery life of 220 shots.


    Internal Storage and External Storage Slots

    The camera has 56 MB internal storage and a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

    Other Features

    Shutter

    Nikon Coolpix P340's shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec. Camera can shoot continuously up to 10.0 fps.


    Flash

    Nikon Coolpix P340 has a built-in flash with maximum range of 6.50 m.

    Physical Parameters

    Nikon Coolpix P340 has dimensions of 103 x 58 x 32 mm (4.06 x 2.28 x 1.26"). It weighs 194 g (0.43 lb / 6.84 oz), so it is a lightweight camera.

    103 mm (4.06")

    58 mm (2.28")

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    58 mm (2.28")

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    32 mm (1.26")

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    Nikon Coolpix P340 dimensions

    Nikon Coolpix P340 for Different Types of Photography

    We give scores to the camera for different type of photography based on its features and specifications. Let us see how Nikon Coolpix P340 is suitable for six different types of photography.


    Landscape Photography

    AVERAGE
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    Nikon Coolpix P340 gets a score of 61 and is AVERAGE choice for Landscape photography.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Environmental Sealing

    Sports Photography

    AVERAGE
    65

    Nikon Coolpix P340 gets a score of 65 and is AVERAGE choice for Sports photography.

    •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
    •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   Face Detection
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
    •   No Viewfinder
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
    •   Short Battery Life - 220 shots

    Wildlife Photography

    AVERAGE
    60

    Nikon Coolpix P340 gets a score of 60 and is AVERAGE choice for Wildlife photography.

    •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
    •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
    •   No Viewfinder
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Short Battery Life - 220 shots

    Portrait Photography

    GOOD
    74

    Nikon Coolpix P340 gets a score of 74 and is GOOD choice for Portrait photography.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   Face Detection
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Screen Size - 3.0"
    •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
    •   No External Flash Connectivity

    Street Photography

    GOOD
    84

    Nikon Coolpix P340 gets a score of 84 and is GOOD choice for Street photography.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Fixed Screen
    •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
    •   No Viewfinder
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Light - 194 g (0.43 lb / 6.84 oz)

    Travel Photography

    EXCELLENT
    86

    Nikon Coolpix P340 gets a score of 86 and is EXCELLENT choice for Travel photography.

    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Fixed Screen
    •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Light - 194 g (0.43 lb / 6.84 oz)
    •   Short Battery Life - 220 shots

    Nikon Coolpix P340 Evaluation

    We evaluate Nikon Coolpix P340 and give score of 62 out of 100. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


    OVERALL
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    Sensor

    GOOD
    71

    We give Nikon Coolpix P340 a score of 71 for Sensor parameters.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.2 Megapixel
    •   80 Lowest Native ISO
    •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
    •   Low DxO Overall Score - 54

    Photo

    GOOD
    70

    We give Nikon Coolpix P340 a score of 70 for Photo parameters.

    •   Timelapse Recording
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
    •   No External Flash Connectivity

    Video

    POOR
    46

    We give Nikon Coolpix P340 a score of 46 for Video parameters.

    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080

    Focusing

    AVERAGE
    65

    We give Nikon Coolpix P340 a score of 65 for Focusing parameters.

    •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   Face Detection

    Screen and Viewfinder

    AVERAGE
    57

    We give Nikon Coolpix P340 a score of 57 for Screen and Viewfinder parameters.

    •   Fixed Screen
    •   Screen Size - 3.0"
    •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
    •   No Viewfinder

    Connectivity

    AVERAGE
    60

    We give Nikon Coolpix P340 a score of 60 for Connectivity parameters.

    •   No Built-in Microphone
    •   No Microphone Input
    •   No Headphone Output
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   Built-In Wi-Fi
    •   No Built-In Bluetooth

    Battery, Storage and Physical

    POOR
    42

    We give Nikon Coolpix P340 a score of 42 for Battery, Storage and Physical parameters.

    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Light - 194 g (0.43 lb / 6.84 oz)
    •   Short Battery Life - 220 shots
    •   Internal Storage


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