Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony W530
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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-W530 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W530/Sony-W530-front.jpg)
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Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony W530 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
- Revealed August 2011
- Alternate Name is IXUS 230 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 113g - 93 x 53 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2011
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Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony W530 Overview
In this write-up, we will be matching up the Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony W530, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the ELPH 310 HS (12MP) and the W530 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The ELPH 310 HS was introduced 8 months after the W530 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the ELPH 310 HS scores vs the W530 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony W530 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 310 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530. The whole galleries are available at Canon ELPH 310 HS Gallery & Sony W530 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 310 HS over the Sony W530
ELPH 310 HS | W530 | |||
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Revealed | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 8 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W530 over the Canon ELPH 310 HS
W530 | ELPH 310 HS |
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Common features in the Canon ELPH 310 HS and Sony W530
ELPH 310 HS | W530 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony W530 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 310 HS features outside 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) whilst the Sony W530 has specifications of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).
Contrast the Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony W530 in our newest Camera & 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 ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the ELPH 310 HS vs the W530.
![Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony W530 size comparison Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony W530 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-ELPH-310-HS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W530-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 310 HS and W530 is 95 and 96 respectively.
![Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony W530 top view buttons comparison Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony W530 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-ELPH-310-HS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W530-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony W530 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 310 HS and W530.
As you can see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Sony W530 to resolve more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more recent ELPH 310 HS provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.
![Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony W530 sensor size comparison Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony W530 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-ELPH-310-HS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W530-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony W530 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony W530 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony W530 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-ELPH-310-HS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W530-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony W530 Specifications
Canon ELPH 310 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon ELPH 310 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 |
Also Known as | IXUS 230 HS | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2011-08-23 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
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 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II G TFT LCD | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 gr (0.31 pounds) | 113 gr (0.25 pounds) |
Dimensions | 96 x 57 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 93 x 53 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" 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 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $400 | $269 |