Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Kodak M320

On this page, we are reviewing the Canon ELPH 100 HS and Kodak M320, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Canon and Kodak. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the ELPH 100 HS (12MP) and M320 (9MP) and the ELPH 100 HS (1/2.3") and M320 (1/2.5") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The ELPH 100 HS was unveiled 2 years later than the M320 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the ELPH 100 HS scores vs the M320 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 100 HS and Kodak EasyShare M320. The full galleries are available at Canon ELPH 100 HS Gallery and Kodak M320 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 100 HS has exterior measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Kodak M320 has sizing of 97mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Check the Canon ELPH 100 HS and Kodak M320 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the ELPH 100 HS compared to the M320.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 100 HS and M320 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 100 HS and M320.

Clearly, both cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The ELPH 100 HS with its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Canon ELPH 100 HS will provide greater detail having an extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The more modern ELPH 100 HS will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.