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In additional Coolpix P340 was introduced by Nikon in February 2014. It belongs to the enthusiast Compacts category. Nikon is well-known and shouldn’t require further introduction, please see our manufacturer’s page for more digital cameras by Nikon. |
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Brand | Nikon |
Category | Compact |
Date | 02/2014 |
Sensor Properties | |
Also Coolpix P340 has a Compact CMOS sensor with size of 7 x 6 mm² (0.29″ x 0.22″). The Coolpix P340’s image sensor has an effective resolution of around 12 megapixel. The resolution is somewhat below average but will be sufficient for most purposes. Photos with this resolution can easily be printed to A3 size. The Nikon supports taking images in RAW. RAW images are stored as they come from the sensor, without any in-camera processing or sharpening. Converting to JPEG or other formats takes place on the computer, using software like Adobe Lightroom or Nikon’s RAW converter. This involves one extra processing step but almost always results in superior image quality. Some filters, like converting to monochrome (black and white) will only yield decent results when used with RAW images. |
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Format | Compact |
Sensor area | 7.44 x 5.58mm² (0.29″ x 0.22″) |
Type | CMOS |
Resolution (physical) | 12.10 megapixel |
Resolution (effective) | 12.10 megapixel |
Pixel size | 3.46 µm² |
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RAW support | |
Continuous | 10 frames/second |
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Focal length (min) | 24mm |
Focal length (max) | 120mm |
Aperture (max) | 1.8 |
Aperture (min) | 5.6 |
Viewfinder Properties | |
The Coolpix P340 does not come with a built-in viewfinder. The camera’s display is used to compose the photo. That can be cumbersome in broad daylight. |
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Shutter | |
The Coolpix P340’s shutter speed varies from 1/4000s to 60s. |
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Max. shutter speed | 1/4000s |
Min. shutter speed | 60s |
Sensitivity Properties | |
The Coolpix P340’s sensitivity is from 80 ISO and 3200 ISO. Also, Nikon’s sensitivity can be boosted to 25600. Therefore, ISO boosting will lead to growth noise. |
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Min. sensitivity | 80 ISO |
Max. sensitivity | 3200 ISO |
Boost | 25600 ISO |
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The Coolpix P340 supports all general exposure modes. The Nikon allows spot exposure for the difficult occasion. |
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Auto Focus Properties | |
The Coolpix P340’s auto focus processor uses 1 AF points (or sensors). A basic rule of thumb says that the more AF points you have, the better. More AF points mean a better chance to have a point at the location of interest in a scene, a big plus in challenging situations (e.g. with low contrast subjects). Manual focus is also possible with the Nikon, a plus in tricky situations or for some creative freedom. |
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Type | TTL |
AF points | 1 |
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Flash Specs | |
The Coolpix P340 features a built-in flash with a range of up to 6m (22 ft.). That range will work for most situations. A hotshoe is missing from the Nikon. |
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Range | 6.50m (22 ft.) |
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Display Specs | |
The Coolpix P340 features a monitor with a diagonal of 75.00mm (3.0 in.) and a resolution of c. 0.92 megapixel. That’s about average. Unfortunately, the Coolpix P340’s monitor is not articulated. That can make it tricky to frame your subject in some situations, e.g. when taking selfies. The Coolpix P340 does not feature a touch screen. Display characteristics at a glance: |
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Type | LCD |
Size | 75.00mm (diagonal) (3.0 in.) |
Resolution | 0.92 megapixel |
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Touch screen | |
Video Specs | |
Coolpix P340 video supported the resolution with 1920 x 1080 pixel. ACamera is not equipped with an external microphone. Nikon Coolpix P340 Video parameters: |
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Max. resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixel |
…with frame rates | 25 frames/second 30 frames/second |
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Connectivity & Wireless Specs | |
The Coolpix P340 has Wi-fi connection. You can transfer photos to a mobile or laptop using wi-fi. Connect the Nikon to a monitor or TV set over HDMI. The Nikon supports USB 2.0. Connection parameters: |
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USB 3.0 | |
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USB-C | |
Custom | |
Memory | |
The camera supports SD HC and SD XC cards. Memory cards characteristics: |
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Slots | 1 |
Memory cards | SD SDHC SDXC |
Battery | |
The Nikon Coolpix P340 works with a EN-EL12 LiIon battery. The battery lifetime is an average 220 shots. That’s on the lower side of things for a full day, consider a spare battery for the Coolpix P340. The battery can be charged over USB while in camera. Very useful, especially on vacation when most people bring a USB charger for their smartphone anyway. The Coolpix P340’s battery battery parameters: |
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Type | EN-EL12 LiIon |
Removable | |
In-camera charging | |
Battery life | 220 photos |
Size | |
The Nikon Coolpix P340’s dimensions are 103 x 58.1 x 32mm³. (4.1″ x 2.3″ x 1.3″). This includes the lens. The camera’s weight is a reasonable 356 grams (11.5 oz.), lens included. Here is front and top view of the Coolpix P340: |
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Dimensions Comparison | |
To put the size of the camera in context, here it is next to a typical ID card (c. 86mm x 55mm, about the size of a credit card). The Coolpix P340 is not much bigger: |
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