Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony W570

Let's look closer at the Canon ELPH 310 HS versus Sony W570, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Canon and Sony. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the ELPH 310 HS (12MP) and W570 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 310 HS was revealed 8 months later than the W570 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the ELPH 310 HS scores versus the W570 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 310 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570. The full galleries are available at Canon ELPH 310 HS Gallery and Sony W570 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 310 HS offers outer measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sony W570 has proportions of 91mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Canon ELPH 310 HS versus Sony W570 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 310 HS against the W570.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 310 HS and W570 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements just by reading through specifications. The graphic below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 310 HS and W570.

To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony W570 to resolve greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer ELPH 310 HS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.