Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony TX7
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![Canon ELPH 310 HS front Canon ELPH 310 HS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-ELPH-310-HS/Canon-ELPH-310-HS-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX7.jpg)
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Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony TX7 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
- Alternative Name is IXUS 230 HS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 149g - 98 x 60 x 18mm
- Revealed January 2010
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Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony TX7 Overview
The following is a in-depth analysis of the Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony TX7, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. The resolution of the ELPH 310 HS (12MP) and the TX7 (10MP) is pretty close but the ELPH 310 HS (1/2.3") and TX7 (1/2.4") come with totally different sensor sizing.
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The ELPH 310 HS was released 20 months after the TX7 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the ELPH 310 HS matches up vs the TX7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony TX7 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 310 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 310 HS Gallery and Sony TX7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 310 HS over the Sony TX7
ELPH 310 HS | TX7 | |||
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Revealed | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 20 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TX7 over the Canon ELPH 310 HS
TX7 | ELPH 310 HS | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 461k | Sharper screen (+460k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 310 HS and Sony TX7
ELPH 310 HS | TX7 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony TX7 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 310 HS has got external measurements 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 TX7 has measurements of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Check the Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony TX7 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the ELPH 310 HS and the TX7.
![Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony TX7 size comparison Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony TX7 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-ELPH-310-HS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX7-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 310 HS and TX7 is 95 and 95 respectively.
![Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony TX7 top view buttons comparison Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony TX7 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-ELPH-310-HS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX7-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony TX7 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions only by viewing specifications. The picture here will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 310 HS and TX7.
Plainly, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The ELPH 310 HS featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Canon ELPH 310 HS will render extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more modern ELPH 310 HS is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.
![Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony TX7 sensor size comparison Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony TX7 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-ELPH-310-HS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX7-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony TX7 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony TX7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony TX7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-ELPH-310-HS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX7-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony TX7 Specifications
Canon ELPH 310 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon ELPH 310 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 |
Alternative name | IXUS 230 HS | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2011-08-23 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | PureColor II G TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 3.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | AVCHD |
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 | 140 gr (0.31 pounds) | 149 gr (0.33 pounds) |
Dimensions | 96 x 57 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 98 x 60 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
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 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo/ PRO HG-Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $400 | $300 |