Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony T900
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Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony T900 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
- Introduced August 2011
- Alternate Name is IXUS 230 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 143g - 98 x 58 x 16mm
- Introduced February 2009

Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony T900 Overview
In this write-up, we are evaluating the Canon ELPH 310 HS and Sony T900, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the ELPH 310 HS (12MP) and the T900 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The ELPH 310 HS was introduced 2 years after the T900 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the ELPH 310 HS matches up against the T900 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony T900 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 310 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 310 HS Gallery and Sony T900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 310 HS over the Sony T900
ELPH 310 HS | T900 | |||
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Introduced | August 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 31 months |
Reasons to pick Sony T900 over the Canon ELPH 310 HS
T900 | ELPH 310 HS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer display (+461k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 310 HS and Sony T900
ELPH 310 HS | T900 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony T900 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 310 HS provides external dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony T900 has specifications of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") and a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon ELPH 310 HS and Sony T900 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 310 HS versus the T900.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 310 HS and T900 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony T900 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes merely by checking technical specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 310 HS and T900.
As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of images but you will need to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent ELPH 310 HS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony T900 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony T900 Specifications
Canon ELPH 310 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon ELPH 310 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 |
Otherwise known as | IXUS 230 HS | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2011-08-23 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3.5" |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | PureColor II G TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 2 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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) | 143g (0.32 lbs) |
Dimensions | 96 x 57 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 98 x 58 x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-4L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $400 | $300 |