Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung ST30

Its time to examine more closely at the Canon ELPH 310 HS versus Samsung ST30, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the ELPH 310 HS (12MP) and the ST30 (10MP) is pretty similar but the ELPH 310 HS (1/2.3") and ST30 (1/3") use different sensor sizes.

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The ELPH 310 HS was brought out 8 months later than the ST30 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the ELPH 310 HS matches up versus the ST30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 310 HS and Samsung ST30. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 310 HS Gallery and Samsung ST30 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 310 HS has got external 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 ST30 has sizing of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 310 HS compared to the ST30.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 310 HS and ST30 is 95 and 98 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing only by reading a spec sheet. The photograph below may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 310 HS and ST30.

As you can see, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The ELPH 310 HS featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Canon ELPH 310 HS will deliver more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The newer ELPH 310 HS should have an advantage in sensor technology.