Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Nikon L31

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Nikon L31, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the ELPH 310 HS (12MP) and L31 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 310 HS was revealed 4 years prior to the L31 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the ELPH 310 HS matches up vs the L31 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 310 HS and Nikon Coolpix L31. The full galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 310 HS Gallery and Nikon L31 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 310 HS provides exterior dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Nikon L31 has measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the ELPH 310 HS and the L31.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 310 HS and L31 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions simply by checking a spec sheet. The image below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 310 HS and L31.

As you can see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Nikon L31 to give you extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged ELPH 310 HS is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.