Nikon Coolpix P310 vs Nikon Coolpix P340

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Nikon Coolpix P310 and the Nikon Coolpix P340, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Nikon Coolpix P310 was introduced in June 2012 and Nikon Coolpix P340 was introduced in February 2014. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Nikon Coolpix P310 over Nikon Coolpix P340.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Nikon Coolpix P340 over Nikon Coolpix P310.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Nikon Coolpix P310 and Nikon Coolpix P340 have 3.0" Fixed screens with 921k dot resolution.

BSI-CMOS Sensor

Nikon Coolpix P310 features a 16.1 megapixel 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 3,200 and expands to 100 - 12,800 in boosted mode. 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 31.1 mm². Its native ISO range is 80 - 6,400 and expands to 80 - 12,800 in boosted mode.

The cameras have 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.

Nikon Coolpix P310 can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4608 x 2592, 4608 x 3072, 3456 x 3456, 3264 x 2448, 1920 x 1080, 1600 X 1200, 640 x 480 with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Nikon Coolpix P340 can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution.

Image Stabilization

The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

Built-in Wi-Fi on Nikon Coolpix P340

Nikon Coolpix P340 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.
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USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.

Battery

Nikon Coolpix P310 and Nikon Coolpix P340 come with EN-EL12 battery pack with battery life of 230 shots on Nikon Coolpix P310 and with battery life of 220 shots on Nikon Coolpix P340.

External Storage Slots

Cameras have a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/8000 sec on Nikon Coolpix P310, and up to 1/4000 sec on Nikon Coolpix P340. Nikon Coolpix P310 can shoot continuously up to 6.0 fps. Nikon Coolpix P340 can shoot continuously up to 10.0 fps.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 6.50 m on Nikon Coolpix P340..

Nikon Coolpix P310 and Nikon Coolpix P340 bodies have the same dimensions of 103 x 58 x 32 mm (4.06 x 2.28 x 1.26") and they both weigh 194 g (0.43 lb / 6.84 oz).

Nikon Coolpix P310

Nikon Coolpix P340

103 mm

58 mm

103 mm

58 mm

58 mm

58 mm

32 mm

32 mm