Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Fujifilm XQ2

Here, we are looking at the Canon ELPH 300 HS versus Fujifilm XQ2, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 300 HS (12MP) and the Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) is very well matched but the ELPH 300 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") have different sensor sizing.

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The ELPH 300 HS was released 4 years prior to the Fujifilm XQ2 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the ELPH 300 HS scores versus the Fujifilm XQ2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 300 HS and Fujifilm XQ2. The complete galleries are available at Canon ELPH 300 HS Gallery and Fujifilm XQ2 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 300 HS has got external measurements of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Fujifilm XQ2 has sizing of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Look at the Canon ELPH 300 HS versus Fujifilm XQ2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the ELPH 300 HS compared to the Fujifilm XQ2.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 300 HS and Fujifilm XQ2 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 300 HS and Fujifilm XQ2.

Clearly, both the cameras come with the identical MP but different sensor sizing. The ELPH 300 HS features the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving shallower DOF more challenging. The older ELPH 300 HS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.