Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Kodak Mini

Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Kodak Mini, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Canon and Kodak. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the ELPH 340 HS (16MP) and Mini (10MP) and the ELPH 340 HS (1/2.3") and Mini (1/3") have different sensor dimensions.

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The ELPH 340 HS was brought out 3 years after the Mini which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the ELPH 340 HS matches up vs the Mini for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS and Kodak EasyShare Mini. The entire galleries are available at Canon ELPH 340 HS Gallery and Kodak Mini Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 340 HS offers external measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Kodak Mini has specifications of 86mm x 53mm x 18mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 99 grams (0.22 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the ELPH 340 HS compared to the Mini.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 340 HS and Mini is 95 and 97 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes merely by checking out a spec sheet. The picture below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 340 HS and Mini.

As you can see, the 2 cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The ELPH 340 HS because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Canon ELPH 340 HS will produce greater detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer ELPH 340 HS provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.