Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung PL120

Below, we will be contrasting the Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung PL120, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 310 HS (12MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 310 HS was revealed 8 months later than the PL120 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the ELPH 310 HS scores vs the PL120 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 310 HS and Samsung PL120. The full galleries are available at Canon ELPH 310 HS Gallery and Samsung PL120 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 310 HS has got exterior measurements 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 Samsung PL120 has measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the ELPH 310 HS versus the PL120.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 310 HS and PL120 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements only by checking out a spec sheet. The visual here will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 310 HS and PL120.

Clearly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Samsung PL120 to provide more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The younger ELPH 310 HS will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.