Nikon Coolpix P340 vs Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Nikon Coolpix P340 and the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3, 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 P340 was introduced in February 2014 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 was introduced in January 2009. 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 P340 over Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 over Nikon Coolpix P340.

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 P340 has a 3.0" screen with 921k dot resolution and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 has a 3.50" screen with 921k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 also features touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment

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. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 features a 10 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm². Its native ISO range is 80 - 3,200.

Nikon Coolpix P340 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.

Nikon Coolpix P340 can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 can take pictures up to 3648 x 2736 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3648 x 2432, 3648 x 2056, 2592 x 1944, 2048 x 1536, 1920 x 1080, 640 x 480 with 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.

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

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

Battery

Nikon Coolpix P340 comes with EN-EL12 battery pack with battery life of 220 shots and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 comes with NP-BD1 battery pack.

External Storage Slots

Nikon Coolpix P340 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 has a single Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Nikon Coolpix P340, and up to 1/1000 sec on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. Nikon Coolpix P340 can shoot continuously up to 10.0 fps. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 can shoot continuously up to 1.6 fps.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 6.50 m on Nikon Coolpix P340 and 4.30 m Auto ISO on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3..

Nikon Coolpix P340 body has dimensions of 103 x 58 x 32 mm (4.06 x 2.28 x 1.26") and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 body has dimensions of 97 x 59 x 22 mm (3.82 x 2.32 x 0.87"). Nikon Coolpix P340 weighs 194 g (0.43 lb / 6.84 oz) and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 weighs 185 g (0.41 lb / 6.53 oz).

Nikon Coolpix P340

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3

103 mm

58 mm

97 mm

59 mm

58 mm

59 mm

32 mm

22 mm