Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Nikon S220
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Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Nikon S220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-224mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 140g - 96 x 57 x 22mm
- Released August 2011
- Other Name is IXUS 230 HS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 2000
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 100g - 90 x 56 x 18mm
- Released February 2009

Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Nikon S220 Overview
Below is a detailed comparison of the Canon ELPH 310 HS versus Nikon S220, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the ELPH 310 HS (12MP) and the S220 (10MP) is very close and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The ELPH 310 HS was introduced 2 years later than the S220 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the ELPH 310 HS grades versus the S220 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Nikon S220 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 310 HS and Nikon Coolpix S220. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 310 HS Gallery and Nikon S220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 310 HS over the Nikon S220
ELPH 310 HS | S220 | |||
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Released | August 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 32 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S220 over the Canon ELPH 310 HS
S220 | ELPH 310 HS |
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Common features in the Canon ELPH 310 HS and Nikon S220
ELPH 310 HS | S220 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Nikon S220 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 310 HS features physical measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Nikon S220 has measurements of 90mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs).
Examine the Canon ELPH 310 HS versus Nikon S220 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the ELPH 310 HS versus the S220.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 310 HS and S220 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Nikon S220 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements merely by looking through specifications. The visual underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 310 HS and S220.
To sum up, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Canon ELPH 310 HS to render more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively. The more recent ELPH 310 HS provides an edge in sensor technology.

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Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Nikon S220 Specifications
Canon ELPH 310 HS | Nikon Coolpix S220 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon ELPH 310 HS | Nikon Coolpix S220 |
Alternate name | IXUS 230 HS | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2011-08-23 | 2009-02-03 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 2000 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | PureColor II G TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | 11.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 140g (0.31 pounds) | 100g (0.22 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 57 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 90 x 56 x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-4L | EN-EL10 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $400 | $56 |