Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Canon ELPH 530 HS

Here is a complete analysis of the Canon ELPH 310 HS versus Canon ELPH 530 HS, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are built by Canon. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 310 HS (12MP) and the ELPH 530 HS (10MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 310 HS was launched 5 months earlier than the ELPH 530 HS and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon ELPH 310 HS being a Ultracompact camera and the Canon ELPH 530 HS being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the ELPH 310 HS matches up against the ELPH 530 HS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 310 HS and Canon PowerShot ELPH 530 HS. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 310 HS Gallery and Canon ELPH 530 HS Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 310 HS features physical measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Canon ELPH 530 HS has specifications of 86mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).

Examine the Canon ELPH 310 HS versus Canon ELPH 530 HS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the ELPH 310 HS and the ELPH 530 HS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 310 HS and ELPH 530 HS is 95 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by checking a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 310 HS and ELPH 530 HS.

Clearly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Canon ELPH 310 HS to give you more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively.