Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Nikon S4100

Here is a complete review of the Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Nikon S4100, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the ELPH 310 HS (12MP) and the S4100 (14MP) is very close and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 310 HS was brought out 7 months later than the S4100 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the ELPH 310 HS scores versus the S4100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 310 HS and Nikon Coolpix S4100. The entire galleries are available at Canon ELPH 310 HS Gallery and Nikon S4100 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 310 HS enjoys exterior dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Nikon S4100 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the ELPH 310 HS against the S4100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 310 HS and S4100 is 95 and 99 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing technical specs. The visual below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 310 HS and S4100.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon S4100 to render extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher ELPH 310 HS should have a benefit in sensor innovation.