Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Casio EX-FS10

Its time to take a closer look at the Canon ELPH 300 HS and Casio EX-FS10, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Canon and Casio. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the ELPH 300 HS (12MP) and EX-FS10 (9MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 300 HS was revealed 2 years later than the EX-FS10 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a brief view of how the ELPH 300 HS scores versus the EX-FS10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 300 HS & Casio Exilim EX-FS10. The full galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 300 HS Gallery & Casio EX-FS10 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 300 HS offers physical dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Casio EX-FS10 has dimensions of 102mm x 55mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Examine the Canon ELPH 300 HS and Casio EX-FS10 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the ELPH 300 HS vs the EX-FS10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 300 HS and EX-FS10 is 96 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements just by seeing specs. The graphic underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 300 HS and EX-FS10.

All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Canon ELPH 300 HS to provide greater detail because of its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The younger ELPH 300 HS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.