Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Kodak M575
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Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Kodak M575 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.7-5.9) lens
- 141g - 92 x 56 x 20mm
- Revealed February 2011
- Also referred to as IXUS 220 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1000
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F) lens
- 152g - 99 x 58 x 19mm
- Announced January 2010

Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Kodak M575 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Kodak M575, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Canon and Kodak. The resolution of the ELPH 300 HS (12MP) and the M575 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The ELPH 300 HS was unveiled 14 months later than the M575 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the ELPH 300 HS matches up vs the M575 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Kodak M575 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 300 HS & Kodak EasyShare M575. The full galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 300 HS Gallery & Kodak M575 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 300 HS over the Kodak M575
ELPH 300 HS | M575 | |||
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Announced | February 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 14 months |
Reasons to pick Kodak M575 over the Canon ELPH 300 HS
M575 | ELPH 300 HS | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 300 HS and Kodak M575
ELPH 300 HS | M575 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Kodak M575 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 300 HS features exterior dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Kodak M575 has sizing of 99mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Compare the Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Kodak M575 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the ELPH 300 HS compared to the M575.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 300 HS and M575 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Kodak M575 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements just by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 300 HS and M575.
Clearly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Kodak M575 to provide greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher ELPH 300 HS should have an advantage in sensor tech.

Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Kodak M575 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Kodak M575 Specifications
Canon ELPH 300 HS | Kodak EasyShare M575 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Kodak |
Model | Canon ELPH 300 HS | Kodak EasyShare M575 |
Alternate name | IXUS 220 HS | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2011-02-07 | 2010-01-05 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1000 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.7-5.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II G TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1400s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 141 gr (0.31 lb) | 152 gr (0.34 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 56 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 99 x 58 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-4L | KLIC-7006 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $250 | $139 |