Canon ELPH 300 HS vs FujiFilm Z700EXR

On this page, we are contrasting the Canon ELPH 300 HS and FujiFilm Z700EXR, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the ELPH 300 HS (12MP) and the Z700EXR (12MP) is fairly similar but the ELPH 300 HS (1/2.3") and Z700EXR (1/2") have different sensor dimensions.

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The ELPH 300 HS was unveiled 13 months later than the Z700EXR making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the ELPH 300 HS grades versus the Z700EXR for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 300 HS and FujiFilm FinePix Z700EXR. The full galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 300 HS Gallery and FujiFilm Z700EXR Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 300 HS offers exterior dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the FujiFilm Z700EXR has specifications of 98mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check the Canon ELPH 300 HS and FujiFilm Z700EXR in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the ELPH 300 HS versus the Z700EXR.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 300 HS and Z700EXR is 96 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading a spec sheet. The photograph here may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 300 HS and Z700EXR.

As you can see, both the cameras have the same MP but different sensor measurements. The ELPH 300 HS offers the tinier sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field tougher. The fresher ELPH 300 HS should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.