Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung PL210
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![Canon ELPH 310 HS front Canon ELPH 310 HS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-ELPH-310-HS/Canon-ELPH-310-HS-front.jpg)
![Samsung PL210 front Samsung PL210 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-PL210/Samsung-PL210-front.jpg)
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Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung PL210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-224mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 140g - 96 x 57 x 22mm
- Announced August 2011
- Also Known as IXUS 230 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 100 x 59 x 20mm
- Launched January 2011
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Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung PL210 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Canon ELPH 310 HS versus Samsung PL210, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the ELPH 310 HS (12MP) and the PL210 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
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The ELPH 310 HS was introduced 8 months later than the PL210 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the ELPH 310 HS grades vs the PL210 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung PL210 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 310 HS and Samsung PL210. The whole galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 310 HS Gallery and Samsung PL210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 310 HS over the Samsung PL210
ELPH 310 HS | PL210 | |||
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Launched | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 8 months |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Canon ELPH 310 HS
PL210 | ELPH 310 HS |
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Common features in the Canon ELPH 310 HS and Samsung PL210
ELPH 310 HS | PL210 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung PL210 Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 310 HS has outer measurements 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 Samsung PL210 has sizing of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Check the Canon ELPH 310 HS versus Samsung PL210 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the ELPH 310 HS against the PL210.
![Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung PL210 size comparison Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung PL210 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-ELPH-310-HS-vs-Samsung-PL210-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 310 HS and PL210 is 95 and 99 respectively.
![Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung PL210 top view buttons comparison Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung PL210 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-ELPH-310-HS-vs-Samsung-PL210-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung PL210 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements purely by going through a spec sheet. The visual below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 310 HS and PL210.
As you can see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung PL210 to provide extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent ELPH 310 HS provides an advantage in sensor tech.
![Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung PL210 sensor size comparison Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung PL210 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-ELPH-310-HS-vs-Samsung-PL210-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung PL210 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung PL210 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung PL210 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-ELPH-310-HS-vs-Samsung-PL210-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung PL210 Specifications
Canon ELPH 310 HS | Samsung PL210 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon ELPH 310 HS | Samsung PL210 |
Also called | IXUS 230 HS | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2011-08-23 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | () |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II G TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 140 gr (0.31 lb) | - |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 57 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 100 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-4L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $400 | $200 |