Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Canon 170 IS

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Canon ELPH 310 HS and Canon 170 IS, both Ultracompact cameras and they are both created by Canon. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the ELPH 310 HS (12MP) and 170 IS (20MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 310 HS was announced 4 years earlier than the 170 IS and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the ELPH 310 HS scores against the 170 IS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 310 HS & Canon PowerShot ELPH 170 IS. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 310 HS Gallery & Canon 170 IS Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 310 HS enjoys exterior 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) while the Canon 170 IS has measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Contrast the Canon ELPH 310 HS and Canon 170 IS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the ELPH 310 HS vs the 170 IS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 310 HS and 170 IS is 95 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through specifications. The visual underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 310 HS and 170 IS.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Canon 170 IS to produce greater detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The older ELPH 310 HS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.