Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Canon IXUS 165

In this article, we will be looking at the Canon ELPH 310 HS versus Canon IXUS 165, both Ultracompact cameras and both of them are sold by Canon. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the ELPH 310 HS (12MP) and IXUS 165 (20MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 310 HS was announced 4 years prior to the IXUS 165 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the ELPH 310 HS matches up vs the IXUS 165 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 310 HS & Canon IXUS 165. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 310 HS Gallery & Canon IXUS 165 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 310 HS enjoys exterior measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Canon IXUS 165 has sizing of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the ELPH 310 HS versus the IXUS 165.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 310 HS and IXUS 165 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing specs. The picture here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 310 HS and IXUS 165.

All in all, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Canon IXUS 165 to show more detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged ELPH 310 HS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.