Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Nikon S3700

The following is a thorough overview of the Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Nikon S3700, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the ELPH 310 HS (12MP) and S3700 (20MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 310 HS was brought out 4 years earlier than the S3700 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the ELPH 310 HS matches up vs the S3700 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 310 HS & Nikon Coolpix S3700. The entire galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 310 HS Gallery & Nikon S3700 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 310 HS has physical dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Nikon S3700 has dimensions of 96mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the ELPH 310 HS and the S3700.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 310 HS and S3700 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out technical specs. The pic underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 310 HS and S3700.

As you have seen, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Nikon S3700 to show greater detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged ELPH 310 HS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.