Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Sony W310

Following is a extensive comparison of the Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Sony W310, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Canon and Sony. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the ELPH 340 HS (16MP) and W310 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 340 HS was brought out 4 years after the W310 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the ELPH 340 HS matches up versus the W310 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 340 HS Gallery and Sony W310 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 340 HS has external measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Sony W310 has specifications of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).

Look at the Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Sony W310 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the ELPH 340 HS against the W310.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 340 HS and W310 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over a spec sheet. The image here should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 340 HS and W310.

As you can see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Canon ELPH 340 HS to deliver more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher ELPH 340 HS should have an advantage in sensor tech.