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Canon ELPH 300 HS vs FujiFilm Z70

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
30
Overall
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Canon ELPH 300 HS front
 
FujiFilm FinePix Z70 front
Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26

Canon ELPH 300 HS vs FujiFilm Z70 Key Specs

Canon ELPH 300 HS
(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
FujiFilm Z70
(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
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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").

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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.

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Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 300 HS over the FujiFilm Z70

 ELPH 300 HS Z70 
RevealedFebruary 2011February 2010Fresher by 13 months

Reasons to pick FujiFilm Z70 over the Canon ELPH 300 HS

 Z70 ELPH 300 HS 

Common features in the Canon ELPH 300 HS and FujiFilm Z70

 ELPH 300 HS Z70 
Focus manually Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension2.7"2.7"Identical display size
Display resolution230k230kEqual 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Canon ELPH 300 HS vs FujiFilm Z70 size comparison

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 top view buttons comparison

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.

Canon ELPH 300 HS vs FujiFilm Z70 sensor size comparison

Canon ELPH 300 HS vs FujiFilm Z70 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon ELPH 300 HS vs FujiFilm Z70 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon ELPH 300 HS Portrait photography features
FujiFilm Z70 Portrait photography features
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features face detect focus
no manual focus
no manual mode
no external flash support
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
21
manual focus not available
no manual control
external flash not possible
MP count low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon ELPH 300 HS Street photography information
FujiFilm Z70 Street photography information
57
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
48
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon ELPH 300 HS
Sports photography with FujiFilm Z70
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has image stabilization (Optical)
features tracking focus
slow frames per second (3.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
25
includes tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon ELPH 300 HS Travel photography advice
FujiFilm Z70 Travel photography advice
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built-in flash
pretty wide (24mm)
lack of Timelapse recording
low megapixels (12MP)
does not have selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f2.7)
52
built-in flash
lack of Timelapse recording
MP count low (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
slow max aperture (f4.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon ELPH 300 HS Landscape photography information
FujiFilm Z70 Landscape photography information
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pretty wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.7)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
no manual mode
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
lack of Timelapse recording
23
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
slow max aperture (f4.0)
tiny screen (2.7")
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
lack of Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon ELPH 300 HS
Vlogging with FujiFilm Z70
34
pretty wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect focus
high video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
slow max aperture (f2.7)
does not have selfie friendly screen
lack of microphone jack
22
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
slow max aperture (f4.0)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of microphone port
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Canon ELPH 300 HS vs FujiFilm Z70 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon ELPH 300 HS and FujiFilm Z70
 Canon ELPH 300 HSFujiFilm FinePix Z70
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