Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Canon G9 X II

In this article, we are comparing the Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Canon G9 X II, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact and both of them are built by Canon. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the ELPH 310 HS (12MP) and G9 X II (20MP) and the ELPH 310 HS (1/2.3") and G9 X II (1") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The ELPH 310 HS was unveiled 6 years earlier than the G9 X II which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon ELPH 310 HS being a Ultracompact camera and the Canon G9 X II being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the ELPH 310 HS matches up against the G9 X II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 310 HS & Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II. The full galleries are available at Canon ELPH 310 HS Gallery & Canon G9 X II Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 310 HS comes with 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 G9 X II has specifications of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Canon G9 X II in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the ELPH 310 HS vs the G9 X II.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 310 HS and G9 X II is 95 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by viewing specifications. The image here might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 310 HS and G9 X II.

Plainly, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The ELPH 310 HS using its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Canon G9 X II will provide you with more detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged ELPH 310 HS will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.