Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Casio EX-S5
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![Canon ELPH 300 HS front Canon ELPH 300 HS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-ELPH-300-HS/Canon-ELPH-300-HS-front.jpg)
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Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Casio EX-S5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.7-5.9) lens
- 141g - 92 x 56 x 20mm
- Introduced February 2011
- Additionally referred to as IXUS 220 HS
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 100g - 102 x 35 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
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Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Casio EX-S5 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Canon ELPH 300 HS versus Casio EX-S5, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Canon and Casio. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the ELPH 300 HS (12MP) and EX-S5 (9MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The ELPH 300 HS was launched 2 years after the EX-S5 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the ELPH 300 HS grades against the EX-S5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Casio EX-S5 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 300 HS & Casio Exilim EX-S5. The complete galleries are available at Canon ELPH 300 HS Gallery & Casio EX-S5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 300 HS over the Casio EX-S5
ELPH 300 HS | EX-S5 | |||
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Released | February 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 26 months |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Crisper display (+115k dot) |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S5 over the Canon ELPH 300 HS
EX-S5 | ELPH 300 HS | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 300 HS and Casio EX-S5
ELPH 300 HS | EX-S5 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Casio EX-S5 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 300 HS enjoys exterior dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-S5 has specifications of 102mm x 35mm x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs).
Examine the Canon ELPH 300 HS versus Casio EX-S5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the ELPH 300 HS compared to the EX-S5.
![Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Casio EX-S5 size comparison Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Casio EX-S5 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-ELPH-300-HS-vs-Casio-Exilim-EX-S5-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 300 HS and EX-S5 is 96 and 97 respectively.
![Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Casio EX-S5 top view buttons comparison Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Casio EX-S5 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-ELPH-300-HS-vs-Casio-Exilim-EX-S5-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Casio EX-S5 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions purely by researching technical specs. The picture below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 300 HS and EX-S5.
As you can tell, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Canon ELPH 300 HS to provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more modern ELPH 300 HS should have a benefit in sensor innovation.
![Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Casio EX-S5 sensor size comparison Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Casio EX-S5 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-ELPH-300-HS-vs-Casio-Exilim-EX-S5-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Casio EX-S5 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Casio EX-S5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Casio EX-S5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-ELPH-300-HS-vs-Casio-Exilim-EX-S5-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Casio EX-S5 Specifications
Canon ELPH 300 HS | Casio Exilim EX-S5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Casio |
Model | Canon ELPH 300 HS | Casio Exilim EX-S5 |
Otherwise known as | IXUS 220 HS | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2011-02-07 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 9MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | () |
Maximum aperture | f/2.7-5.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 115k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | PureColor II G TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 1/2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 141g (0.31 lbs) | 100g (0.22 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 56 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 102 x 35 x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-4L | NP-80 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $250 | $130 |