Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung PL170

The following is a detailed review of the Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung PL170, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 310 HS (12MP) and PL170 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 310 HS was revealed 8 months after the PL170 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a quick overview of how the ELPH 310 HS scores against the PL170 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 310 HS and Samsung PL170. The full galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 310 HS Gallery and Samsung PL170 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 310 HS enjoys external measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Samsung PL170 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the ELPH 310 HS versus the PL170.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 310 HS and PL170 is 95 and 99 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions only by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 310 HS and PL170.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Samsung PL170 to deliver greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The younger ELPH 310 HS provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.