Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Nikon S3000

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Canon ELPH 300 HS and Nikon S3000, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the ELPH 300 HS (12MP) and the S3000 (12MP) is pretty similar and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 300 HS was launched 13 months after the S3000 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the ELPH 300 HS matches up versus the S3000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 300 HS & Nikon Coolpix S3000. The complete galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 300 HS Gallery & Nikon S3000 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and proportions. 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 Nikon S3000 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the ELPH 300 HS and the S3000.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 300 HS and S3000 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Often, its hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading specs. The picture below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 300 HS and S3000.

All in all, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP so you can expect similar quality of photographs though you would want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent ELPH 300 HS should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.