Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Samsung ST700

Its time to look closer at the Canon ELPH 340 HS and Samsung ST700, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the ELPH 340 HS (16MP) and the ST700 (16MP) is very close and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 340 HS was revealed 3 years after the ST700 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the ELPH 340 HS matches up versus the ST700 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS and Samsung ST700. The full galleries are available at Canon ELPH 340 HS Gallery and Samsung ST700 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 340 HS offers outside dimensions of 100mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Samsung ST700 has specifications of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon ELPH 340 HS and Samsung ST700 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the ELPH 340 HS vs the ST700.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 340 HS and ST700 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through a spec sheet. The image below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 340 HS and ST700.

Clearly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photos although you need to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern ELPH 340 HS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.