Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Olympus FE-3010

Its time to look more closely at the Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Olympus FE-3010, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the ELPH 300 HS (12MP) and the FE-3010 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 300 HS was announced 2 years after the FE-3010 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the ELPH 300 HS scores vs the FE-3010 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 300 HS & Olympus FE-3010. The whole galleries are available at Canon ELPH 300 HS Gallery & Olympus FE-3010 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 300 HS enjoys physical dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Olympus FE-3010 has dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 108 grams (0.24 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Olympus FE-3010 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 300 HS against the FE-3010.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 300 HS and FE-3010 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions purely by checking specs. The image below may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 300 HS and FE-3010.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of images but you should really take the age of the products into consideration. The more modern ELPH 300 HS should have an edge in sensor innovation.