Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Sigma SD10

Let's take a deeper look at the Canon ELPH 340 HS and Sigma SD10, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Canon and Sigma. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 340 HS (16MP) and SD10 (3MP) and the ELPH 340 HS (1/2.3") and SD10 (APS-C) possess different sensor size.

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The ELPH 340 HS was revealed 9 years later than the SD10 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon ELPH 340 HS being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma SD10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the ELPH 340 HS grades against the SD10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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If you're planning to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 340 HS comes with exterior measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Sigma SD10 has specifications of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") and a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

Contrast the Canon ELPH 340 HS and Sigma SD10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the ELPH 340 HS vs the SD10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 340 HS and SD10 is 95 and 54 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching specifications. The photograph here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 340 HS and SD10.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The ELPH 340 HS using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Canon ELPH 340 HS will result in more detail because of its extra 13MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer ELPH 340 HS provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.