Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Canon ELPH 500 HS

Here is a in-depth review of the Canon ELPH 310 HS versus Canon ELPH 500 HS, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are manufactured by Canon. The image resolution of the ELPH 310 HS (12MP) and the ELPH 500 HS (12MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 310 HS was unveiled 7 months later than the ELPH 500 HS and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Canon ELPH 310 HS being a Ultracompact camera and the Canon ELPH 500 HS being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the ELPH 310 HS matches up vs the ELPH 500 HS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 310 HS and Canon ELPH 500 HS. The full galleries are available at Canon ELPH 310 HS Gallery and Canon ELPH 500 HS Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 310 HS provides external dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Canon ELPH 500 HS has measurements of 101mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Examine the Canon ELPH 310 HS versus Canon ELPH 500 HS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 310 HS vs the ELPH 500 HS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 310 HS and ELPH 500 HS is 95 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing only by reading through technical specs. The photograph here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 310 HS and ELPH 500 HS.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photographs although you would want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent ELPH 310 HS is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.