Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung SH100
95 Imaging
36 Features
33 Overall
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99 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
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Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung SH100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-224mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 140g - 96 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched August 2011
- Additionally 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 - 93 x 54 x 19mm
- Announced January 2011
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Following is a thorough overview of the Canon ELPH 310 HS and Samsung SH100, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the ELPH 310 HS (12MP) and the SH100 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe ELPH 310 HS was unveiled 8 months after the SH100 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the ELPH 310 HS grades vs the SH100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 310 HS & Samsung SH100. The full galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 310 HS Gallery & Samsung SH100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 310 HS over the Samsung SH100
| ELPH 310 HS | SH100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | August 2011 |  | January 2011 | More modern by 8 months |
| Display resolution | 461k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung SH100 over the Canon ELPH 310 HS
| SH100 | ELPH 310 HS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 310 HS and Samsung SH100
| ELPH 310 HS | SH100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung SH100 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 310 HS has got physical dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Samsung SH100 has dimensions of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the ELPH 310 HS and the SH100.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 310 HS and SH100 is 95 and 99 respectively.
Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung SH100 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to see the difference in sensor sizes purely by going through a spec sheet. The image here will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 310 HS and SH100.
Clearly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung SH100 to show more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more modern ELPH 310 HS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung SH100 Specifications
| Canon ELPH 310 HS | Samsung SH100 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
| Model type | Canon ELPH 310 HS | Samsung SH100 |
| Also Known as | IXUS 230 HS | - |
| Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Launched | 2011-08-23 | 2011-01-04 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4230 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | - |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | () |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | - |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 461k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display tech | PureColor II G TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per sec | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported 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 |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 140 gr (0.31 pounds) | - |
| Physical dimensions | 96 x 57 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 93 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
| 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 images | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | NB-4L | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Pricing at launch | $400 | $200 |
