Canon ELPH 300 HS vs FujiFilm Z70
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Canon ELPH 300 HS vs FujiFilm Z70 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
- Launched February 2011
- Also Known as IXUS 220 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 36-180mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
- 124g - 91 x 57 x 20mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Alternative Name is FinePix Z71

Canon ELPH 300 HS vs FujiFilm Z70 Overview
Its time to examine more in depth at the Canon ELPH 300 HS versus FujiFilm Z70, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the ELPH 300 HS (12MP) and the Z70 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The ELPH 300 HS was manufactured 13 months later than the Z70 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the ELPH 300 HS grades vs the Z70 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon ELPH 300 HS vs FujiFilm Z70 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 300 HS and FujiFilm FinePix Z70. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 300 HS Gallery and FujiFilm Z70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 300 HS over the FujiFilm Z70
ELPH 300 HS | Z70 | |||
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Revealed | February 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 13 months |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm Z70 over the Canon ELPH 300 HS
Z70 | ELPH 300 HS |
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Common features in the Canon ELPH 300 HS and FujiFilm Z70
ELPH 300 HS | Z70 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Canon ELPH 300 HS vs FujiFilm Z70 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 300 HS enjoys outside measurements of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) while the FujiFilm Z70 has dimensions of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).
Compare the Canon ELPH 300 HS versus FujiFilm Z70 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the ELPH 300 HS versus the Z70.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 300 HS and Z70 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Canon ELPH 300 HS vs FujiFilm Z70 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 300 HS and Z70.
Clearly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of images however you will need to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher ELPH 300 HS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

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Canon ELPH 300 HS vs FujiFilm Z70 Specifications
Canon ELPH 300 HS | FujiFilm FinePix Z70 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon ELPH 300 HS | FujiFilm FinePix Z70 |
Also called | IXUS 220 HS | FinePix Z71 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2011-02-07 | 2010-02-02 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 36-180mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.7-5.9 | f/4.0-4.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 9cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | PureColor II G TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 1/4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 141 grams (0.31 lbs) | 124 grams (0.27 lbs) |
Dimensions | 92 x 56 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 91 x 57 x 20mm (3.6" 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 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-4L | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $250 | $130 |