Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Casio EX-Z270
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Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Casio EX-Z270 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-224mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 140g - 96 x 57 x 22mm
- Announced August 2011
- Alternate Name is IXUS 230 HS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.6-7.8) lens
- 111g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009

Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Casio EX-Z270 Overview
Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon ELPH 310 HS and Casio EX-Z270, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Canon and Casio. The image resolution of the ELPH 310 HS (12MP) and the EX-Z270 (10MP) is pretty close but the ELPH 310 HS (1/2.3") and EX-Z270 (1/2.5") provide different sensor size.

The ELPH 310 HS was revealed 2 years after the EX-Z270 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the ELPH 310 HS grades vs the EX-Z270 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Casio EX-Z270 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 310 HS & Casio Exilim EX-Z270. The full galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 310 HS Gallery & Casio EX-Z270 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 310 HS over the Casio EX-Z270
ELPH 310 HS | EX-Z270 | |||
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Introduced | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 32 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 115k | Crisper screen (+346k dot) |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z270 over the Canon ELPH 310 HS
EX-Z270 | ELPH 310 HS |
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Common features in the Canon ELPH 310 HS and Casio EX-Z270
ELPH 310 HS | EX-Z270 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Casio EX-Z270 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 310 HS has got exterior dimensions 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 Casio EX-Z270 has measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).
Compare the Canon ELPH 310 HS and Casio EX-Z270 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the ELPH 310 HS and the EX-Z270.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 310 HS and EX-Z270 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Casio EX-Z270 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through technical specs. The pic underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 310 HS and EX-Z270.
As you have seen, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The ELPH 310 HS using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Canon ELPH 310 HS will result in extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern ELPH 310 HS provides a benefit in sensor tech.

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Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Casio EX-Z270 Specifications
Canon ELPH 310 HS | Casio Exilim EX-Z270 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Casio |
Model type | Canon ELPH 310 HS | Casio Exilim EX-Z270 |
Also referred to as | IXUS 230 HS | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2011-08-23 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.5" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 5.744 x 4.308mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 24.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.6-7.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 6.3 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 461k dot | 115k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | PureColor II G TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 1/2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 140g (0.31 pounds) | 111g (0.24 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 57 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-4L | NP-80 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $400 | $0 |