Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Casio EX-S200

In this article, we are contrasting the Canon ELPH 340 HS versus Casio EX-S200, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Canon and Casio. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 340 HS (16MP) and the EX-S200 (14MP) is very close and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 340 HS was unveiled 3 years after the EX-S200 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a concise view of how the ELPH 340 HS grades against the EX-S200 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS and Casio Exilim EX-S200. The full galleries are available at Canon ELPH 340 HS Gallery and Casio EX-S200 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 340 HS has got physical measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Casio EX-S200 has dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs).

Examine the Canon ELPH 340 HS versus Casio EX-S200 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the ELPH 340 HS against the EX-S200.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 340 HS and EX-S200 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions just by looking through a spec sheet. The pic underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 340 HS and EX-S200.

Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Canon ELPH 340 HS to render extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The newer ELPH 340 HS should have an edge in sensor technology.