Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Sony WX220

Here, we are looking at the Canon ELPH 310 HS and Sony WX220, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the ELPH 310 HS (12MP) and WX220 (18MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 310 HS was launched 3 years before the WX220 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the ELPH 310 HS scores against the WX220 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 310 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The complete galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 310 HS Gallery & Sony WX220 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 310 HS provides external dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Sony WX220 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon ELPH 310 HS and Sony WX220 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the ELPH 310 HS versus the WX220.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 310 HS and WX220 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes just by viewing a spec sheet. The picture below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 310 HS and WX220.

As you can see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Sony WX220 to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged ELPH 310 HS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.