Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Canon ELPH 300 HS

Below, we are comparing the Canon ELPH 100 HS versus Canon ELPH 300 HS, both Ultracompact cameras and both are sold by Canon. The image resolution of the ELPH 100 HS (12MP) and the ELPH 300 HS (12MP) is very close and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 100 HS was manufactured within a month of the ELPH 300 HS which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the ELPH 100 HS grades vs the ELPH 300 HS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 100 HS features outside measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Canon ELPH 300 HS has dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the ELPH 100 HS vs the ELPH 300 HS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 100 HS and ELPH 300 HS is 96 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specifications. The image here will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 100 HS and ELPH 300 HS.

To sum up, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of images however you may want to consider the age of the cameras into account.