Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Samsung TL210
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Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Samsung TL210 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-135mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Launched January 2010
- Also referred to as PL150

Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Samsung TL210 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Canon ELPH 300 HS versus Samsung TL210, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the ELPH 300 HS (12MP) and the TL210 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The ELPH 300 HS was released 14 months after the TL210 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the ELPH 300 HS scores vs the TL210 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Samsung TL210 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 300 HS & Samsung TL210. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 300 HS Gallery & Samsung TL210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 300 HS over the Samsung TL210
ELPH 300 HS | TL210 | |||
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Launched | February 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 14 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL210 over the Canon ELPH 300 HS
TL210 | ELPH 300 HS | |||
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Screen size | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 300 HS and Samsung TL210
ELPH 300 HS | TL210 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Samsung TL210 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 300 HS has got outer 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) and the Samsung TL210 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Compare the Canon ELPH 300 HS versus Samsung TL210 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the ELPH 300 HS vs the TL210.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 300 HS and TL210 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Samsung TL210 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading through technical specs. The picture below will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 300 HS and TL210.
As you have seen, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of files though you might want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The fresher ELPH 300 HS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Samsung TL210 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Samsung TL210 Specifications
Canon ELPH 300 HS | Samsung TL210 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon ELPH 300 HS | Samsung TL210 |
Also Known as | IXUS 220 HS | PL150 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2011-02-07 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 27-135mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.7-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | PureColor II G TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 141 gr (0.31 pounds) | 177 gr (0.39 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 56 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 shots | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-4L | SLB-07B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $250 | $230 |