Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Canon ELPH 340 HS and Nikon S1200pj side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon ELPH 340 HS has external dimensions of 100 x 58 x 22 mm (3.93 x 2.27 x 0.88″) and weighs 147 g (0.32 lb / 5.19 oz) (including batteries). Nikon S1200pj has external dimensions of 107 x 64 x 23 mm (4.21 x 2.52 x 0.91″) and weighs 186 g (0.41 lb / 6.56 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon ELPH 340 HS and the Nikon S1200pj. Canon ELPH 340 HS is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 7mm narrower, 6mm shorter and 1mm thinner than Nikon S1200pj.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon ELPH 340 HS and Nikon S1200pj.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon ELPH 340 HS and Nikon S1200pj.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon ELPH 340 HS is significantly lighter (39g ) than the Nikon S1200pj which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS (IXUS 265 HS) nor Nikon Coolpix S1200pj provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon ELPH 340 HS and Nikon S1200pj's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.