Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Sony W510

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Sony W510, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the ELPH 300 HS (12MP) and the W510 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 300 HS was brought out 2 months later than the W510 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the ELPH 300 HS scores vs the W510 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 300 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The entire galleries are available at Canon ELPH 300 HS Gallery and Sony W510 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 300 HS provides outer 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) and the Sony W510 has dimensions of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Analyze the Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Sony W510 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the ELPH 300 HS compared to the W510.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 300 HS and W510 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading technical specs. The visual here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 300 HS and W510.

As you can tell, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of files however you should always factor the production date of the products into consideration.