Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Casio EX-Z550

Let's take a more detailed look at the Canon ELPH 300 HS versus Casio EX-Z550, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Canon and Casio. The resolution of the ELPH 300 HS (12MP) and the EX-Z550 (14MP) is very close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 300 HS was released 14 months later than the EX-Z550 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the ELPH 300 HS grades vs the EX-Z550 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 300 HS and Casio Exilim EX-Z550. The complete galleries are available at Canon ELPH 300 HS Gallery and Casio EX-Z550 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 300 HS features 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) while the Casio EX-Z550 has specifications of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).

Compare the Canon ELPH 300 HS versus Casio EX-Z550 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view scale comparison of the ELPH 300 HS compared to the EX-Z550.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 300 HS and EX-Z550 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by researching a spec sheet. The photograph below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 300 HS and EX-Z550.

As you can see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Casio EX-Z550 to render greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The younger ELPH 300 HS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.