Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Nikon A10

The following is a extended analysis of the Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Nikon A10, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the ELPH 310 HS (12MP) and A10 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 310 HS was introduced 5 years before the A10 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the ELPH 310 HS matches up against the A10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 310 HS and Nikon Coolpix A10. The whole galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 310 HS Gallery and Nikon A10 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 310 HS features outside measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Nikon A10 has sizing of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Nikon A10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the ELPH 310 HS and the A10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 310 HS and A10 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by going over technical specs. The image here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 310 HS and A10.

As you have seen, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon A10 to deliver extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged ELPH 310 HS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.