Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony W330
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Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony W330 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
- Released August 2011
- Also referred to as IXUS 230 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 128g - 96 x 57 x 17mm
- Launched January 2010

Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony W330 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Canon ELPH 310 HS and Sony W330, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. The resolution of the ELPH 310 HS (12MP) and the W330 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The ELPH 310 HS was revealed 20 months after the W330 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the ELPH 310 HS matches up vs the W330 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony W330 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 310 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The full galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 310 HS Gallery & Sony W330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 310 HS over the Sony W330
ELPH 310 HS | W330 | |||
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Launched | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 20 months |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W330 over the Canon ELPH 310 HS
W330 | ELPH 310 HS |
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Common features in the Canon ELPH 310 HS and Sony W330
ELPH 310 HS | W330 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony W330 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 310 HS provides external dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony W330 has dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon ELPH 310 HS and Sony W330 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the ELPH 310 HS vs the W330.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 310 HS and W330 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony W330 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through specifications. The pic here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 310 HS and W330.
Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Sony W330 to show extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern ELPH 310 HS provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony W330 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony W330 Specifications
Canon ELPH 310 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon ELPH 310 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 |
Also Known as | IXUS 230 HS | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2011-08-23 | 2010-01-07 |
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 | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | PureColor II G TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 2 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 140 grams (0.31 pounds) | 128 grams (0.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 57 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 96 x 57 x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-4L | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $400 | $170 |