Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony W560
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Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony W560 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
- Additionally Known as IXUS 230 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 110g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Launched January 2011

Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony W560 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony W560, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the ELPH 310 HS (12MP) and the W560 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The ELPH 310 HS was introduced 8 months later than the W560 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the ELPH 310 HS matches up against the W560 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony W560 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 310 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The whole galleries are available at Canon ELPH 310 HS Gallery & Sony W560 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 310 HS over the Sony W560
ELPH 310 HS | W560 | |||
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Launched | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 8 months |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W560 over the Canon ELPH 310 HS
W560 | ELPH 310 HS |
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Common features in the Canon ELPH 310 HS and Sony W560
ELPH 310 HS | W560 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony W560 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 310 HS offers outside dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sony W560 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
Examine the Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony W560 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the ELPH 310 HS vs the W560.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 310 HS and W560 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony W560 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by looking through technical specs. The visual below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 310 HS and W560.
As you can tell, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony W560 to render more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The newer ELPH 310 HS will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony W560 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony W560 Specifications
Canon ELPH 310 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon ELPH 310 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560 |
Also referred to as | IXUS 230 HS | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2011-08-23 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias 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 | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
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) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | PureColor II G TFT LCD | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 2s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 3.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 140 gr (0.31 pounds) | 110 gr (0.24 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 57 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | 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 |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $400 | $139 |