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Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Casio EX-S7

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
30
Overall
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Canon ELPH 300 HS front
 
Casio Exilim EX-S7 front
Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
14
Overall
26

Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Casio EX-S7 Key Specs

Canon ELPH 300 HS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.7-5.9) lens
  • 141g - 92 x 56 x 20mm
  • Launched February 2011
  • Also Known as IXUS 220 HS
Casio EX-S7
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 121g - 97 x 57 x 20mm
  • Launched February 2010
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Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Casio EX-S7 Overview

Following is a extended comparison of the Canon ELPH 300 HS and Casio EX-S7, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Canon and Casio. The resolution of the ELPH 300 HS (12MP) and the EX-S7 (12MP) is very close and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The ELPH 300 HS was brought out 12 months after the EX-S7 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the ELPH 300 HS matches up vs the EX-S7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 300 HS over the Casio EX-S7

 ELPH 300 HS EX-S7 
LaunchedFebruary 2011February 2010More modern by 12 months

Reasons to pick Casio EX-S7 over the Canon ELPH 300 HS

 EX-S7 ELPH 300 HS 
Manually focus More exact focusing

Common features in the Canon ELPH 300 HS and Casio EX-S7

 ELPH 300 HS EX-S7 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal display size
Display resolution230k230kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither includes Touch friendly display

Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Casio EX-S7 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 300 HS features outer measurements of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Casio EX-S7 has sizing of 97mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Canon ELPH 300 HS and Casio EX-S7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the ELPH 300 HS versus the EX-S7.

Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Casio EX-S7 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 300 HS and EX-S7 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Casio EX-S7 top view buttons comparison

Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Casio EX-S7 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes purely by viewing specs. The image below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 300 HS and EX-S7.

All in all, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of photos however you should take the release date of the cameras into account. The younger ELPH 300 HS will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Casio EX-S7 sensor size comparison

Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Casio EX-S7 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Casio EX-S7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon ELPH 300 HS Portrait photography info
Casio EX-S7 Portrait photography info
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includes face detection focusing
no manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
27
focusing manually
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon ELPH 300 HS as a Street photography camera
Casio EX-S7 as a Street photography camera
57
image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
48
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon ELPH 300 HS
Sports photography with Casio EX-S7
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image stabilization (Optical)
includes tracking autofocus
max frames per second low (3.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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no shutter priority
no image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Canon ELPH 300 HS Travel photography advice
Casio EX-S7 Travel photography advice
58
built-in flash
decently wide (24mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
51
flash built-in
lack of Time Lapse function
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon ELPH 300 HS Landscape photography factors
Casio EX-S7 Landscape photography factors
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decently wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no manual control
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
missing Time Lapse recording
27
focusing manually
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual control
no image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon ELPH 300 HS Vlogging factors
Casio EX-S7 Vlogging factors
34
decently wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
display isn't selfie friendly
missing external mic port
22
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of mic port
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Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Casio EX-S7 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon ELPH 300 HS and Casio EX-S7
 Canon ELPH 300 HSCasio Exilim EX-S7
General Information
Make Canon Casio
Model type Canon ELPH 300 HS Casio Exilim EX-S7
Also referred to as IXUS 220 HS -
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2011-02-07 2010-02-21
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology Exilim Engine 5.0
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 3200 1600
Lowest native ISO 100 64
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-120mm (5.0x) 36-107mm (3.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.7-5.9 f/3.1-5.6
Macro focusing distance 3cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen technology PureColor II G TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15s 4s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting speed 3.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 3.20 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video data format H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 141 grams (0.31 lb) 121 grams (0.27 lb)
Physical dimensions 92 x 56 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") 97 x 57 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 220 photos -
Battery form Battery Pack -
Battery ID NB-4L NP-80
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus SD/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at launch $250 $140