Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Samsung ST65

The following is a in-depth overview of the Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Samsung ST65, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the ELPH 340 HS (16MP) and the ST65 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 340 HS was revealed 3 years after the ST65 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the ELPH 340 HS matches up versus the ST65 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS & Samsung ST65. The full galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 340 HS Gallery & Samsung ST65 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 340 HS has got exterior measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST65 has specifications of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 340 HS vs the ST65.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 340 HS and ST65 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading through a spec sheet. The picture here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 340 HS and ST65.

As you can see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Canon ELPH 340 HS to give more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The fresher ELPH 340 HS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.