Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Nikon S6900

Let's take a closer look at the Canon ELPH 310 HS versus Nikon S6900, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the ELPH 310 HS (12MP) and S6900 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 310 HS was announced 4 years before the S6900 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the ELPH 310 HS matches up versus the S6900 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 310 HS and Nikon Coolpix S6900. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 310 HS Gallery and Nikon S6900 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 310 HS provides physical measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Nikon S6900 has dimensions of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs).

Compare the Canon ELPH 310 HS versus Nikon S6900 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the ELPH 310 HS and the S6900.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 310 HS and S6900 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing technical specs. The picture below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 310 HS and S6900.

As you can tell, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon S6900 to provide greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged ELPH 310 HS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.