Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung TL210
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Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung TL210 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
- Introduced August 2011
- Additionally referred to as IXUS 230 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-135mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Launched January 2010
- Also Known as PL150

Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung TL210 Overview
Here is a extended review of the Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung TL210, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the ELPH 310 HS (12MP) and the TL210 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The ELPH 310 HS was revealed 20 months later than the TL210 making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the ELPH 310 HS scores vs the TL210 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung TL210 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 310 HS and Samsung TL210. The full galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 310 HS Gallery and Samsung TL210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 310 HS over the Samsung TL210
ELPH 310 HS | TL210 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Launched | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 20 months |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL210 over the Canon ELPH 310 HS
TL210 | ELPH 310 HS | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 310 HS and Samsung TL210
ELPH 310 HS | TL210 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung TL210 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 310 HS features external dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Samsung TL210 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Contrast the Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung TL210 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the ELPH 310 HS compared to the TL210.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 310 HS and TL210 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung TL210 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by seeing specs. The photograph below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 310 HS and TL210.
All in all, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of images although you would want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent ELPH 310 HS will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung TL210 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Samsung TL210 Specifications
Canon ELPH 310 HS | Samsung TL210 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon ELPH 310 HS | Samsung TL210 |
Also Known as | IXUS 230 HS | PL150 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2011-08-23 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 27-135mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II G TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 140 grams (0.31 lb) | 177 grams (0.39 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 57 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-4L | SLB-07B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $400 | $230 |