Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung ST100
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Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung ST100 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
- Released August 2011
- Alternate Name is IXUS 230 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.6-4.8) lens
- 155g - 100 x 60 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2010
Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung ST100 Overview
In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung ST100, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the ELPH 310 HS (12MP) and the ST100 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe ELPH 310 HS was announced 20 months after the ST100 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the ELPH 310 HS scores against the ST100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung ST100 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 310 HS & Samsung ST100. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 310 HS Gallery & Samsung ST100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 310 HS over the Samsung ST100
ELPH 310 HS | ST100 | |||
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Introduced | August 2011 | January 2010 | More modern by 20 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST100 over the Canon ELPH 310 HS
ST100 | ELPH 310 HS | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 1152k | 461k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 310 HS and Samsung ST100
ELPH 310 HS | ST100 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung ST100 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 310 HS has outside dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST100 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Examine the Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung ST100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the ELPH 310 HS against the ST100.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 310 HS and ST100 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung ST100 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor sizes just by checking specs. The picture underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 310 HS and ST100.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Samsung ST100 to resolve greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer ELPH 310 HS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung ST100 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung ST100 Specifications
Canon ELPH 310 HS | Samsung ST100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon ELPH 310 HS | Samsung ST100 |
Also called as | IXUS 230 HS | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2011-08-23 | 2010-01-06 |
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 | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.6-4.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 461 thousand dot | 1,152 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | PureColor II G TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 3.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 140g (0.31 lbs) | 155g (0.34 lbs) |
Dimensions | 96 x 57 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 100 x 60 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" 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 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-4L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $400 | $250 |