Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Canon SD1400 IS

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Canon SD1400 IS, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both are built by Canon. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 310 HS (12MP) and the SD1400 IS (14MP) is pretty similar and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 310 HS was announced 19 months later than the SD1400 IS which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a brief overview of how the ELPH 310 HS grades vs the SD1400 IS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 310 HS & Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS. The whole galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 310 HS Gallery & Canon SD1400 IS Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 310 HS offers exterior measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Canon SD1400 IS has specifications of 92mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the ELPH 310 HS against the SD1400 IS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 310 HS and SD1400 IS is 95 and 96 respectively.

Usually, its tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by going over specifications. The photograph here may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 310 HS and SD1400 IS.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Canon SD1400 IS to deliver extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher ELPH 310 HS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.