Clicky

Canon ELPH 360 HS vs Canon SX30 IS

Portability
95
Imaging
46
Features
39
Overall
43
Canon PowerShot ELPH 360 HS front
 
Canon PowerShot SX30 IS front
Portability
64
Imaging
37
Features
42
Overall
39

Canon ELPH 360 HS vs Canon SX30 IS Key Specs

Canon ELPH 360 HS
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-300mm (F3.6-7.0) lens
  • 147g - 100 x 58 x 23mm
  • Introduced January 2016
Canon SX30 IS
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-840mm (F2.7-5.8) lens
  • 601g - 123 x 92 x 108mm
  • Revealed September 2010
  • Previous Model is Canon SX20 IS
  • Refreshed by Canon SX40 HS
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or M

Canon ELPH 360 HS vs Canon SX30 IS Overview

Lets look a bit more closely at the Canon ELPH 360 HS versus Canon SX30 IS, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Canon. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the ELPH 360 HS (20MP) and SX30 IS (14MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Europe Approves Revolutionary AI Legislation

The ELPH 360 HS was unveiled 5 years after the SX30 IS which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon ELPH 360 HS being a Ultracompact camera and the Canon SX30 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the ELPH 360 HS grades against the SX30 IS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's Dominance
	
	

Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 360 HS over the Canon SX30 IS

 ELPH 360 HS SX30 IS 
RevealedJanuary 2016September 2010Newer by 65 months
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution461k230kClearer screen (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick Canon SX30 IS over the Canon ELPH 360 HS

 SX30 IS ELPH 360 HS 
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Common features in the Canon ELPH 360 HS and Canon SX30 IS

 ELPH 360 HS SX30 IS 
Manual focus More precise focus
Touch friendly screen Neither includes Touch friendly screen

Canon ELPH 360 HS vs Canon SX30 IS Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 360 HS features physical dimensions of 100mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Canon SX30 IS has proportions of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") with a weight of 601 grams (1.32 lbs).

Check out the Canon ELPH 360 HS versus Canon SX30 IS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the ELPH 360 HS against the SX30 IS.

Canon ELPH 360 HS vs Canon SX30 IS size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 360 HS and SX30 IS is 95 and 64 respectively.

Canon ELPH 360 HS vs Canon SX30 IS top view buttons comparison

Canon ELPH 360 HS vs Canon SX30 IS Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 360 HS and SX30 IS.

Clearly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon ELPH 360 HS to give more detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer ELPH 360 HS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon ELPH 360 HS vs Canon SX30 IS sensor size comparison

Canon ELPH 360 HS vs Canon SX30 IS Screen and ViewFinder

Canon ELPH 360 HS vs Canon SX30 IS Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuit

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon ELPH 360 HS Portrait photography details
Canon SX30 IS Portrait photography details
44
focusing manually
good resolution (20MP)
provides face detect focus
no manual control
no external flash support
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
42
focusing manually
good resolution (14MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks Suggest

Street Comparison

Canon ELPH 360 HS as a Street photography camera
Canon SX30 IS as a Street photography camera
57
image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
more heavy than others (147 grams)
49
screen articulates fully
built in image stabilization (Optical)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
heavier than others (601g)
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To Cameras

Sports Comparison

Canon ELPH 360 HS Sports photography highlights
Canon SX30 IS Sports photography highlights
37
image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (20MP)
low fps (2.5 frames/s)
no shutter priority
small sensor (1/2.3")
terrible battery life (180 shots)
no phase detect auto focus
43
long zoom range (24-840mm 35.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14MP)
max frames per second very slow (1.0 frames/s)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth Filming

Travel Comparison

Canon ELPH 360 HS Travel photography info
Canon SX30 IS Travel photography info
64
good resolution (20MP)
has built in flash
decently wide (25mm)
very long zoom (300mm)
missing Timelapse function
terrible battery life (180 shots)
more heavy than others (147 grams)
does not have a selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.6)
58
good resolution (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
selfie friendly display
fairly wide (24mm)
great reach (840mm)
no Time Lapse function
heavier than others (601 grams)
slow max aperture (f2.7)
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durability

Landscape Comparison

Canon ELPH 360 HS Landscape photography factors
Canon SX30 IS Landscape photography factors
48
focusing manually
decently wide (25mm)
good sized screen (3 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (20 megapixels)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.6)
no manual control
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
terrible battery life (180 CIPA)
missing Timelapse function
41
focusing manually
fairly wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14MP)
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.7)
tiny screen (2.7")
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
no Time Lapse function
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%

Vlogging Comparison

Canon ELPH 360 HS Vlogging features
Canon SX30 IS Vlogging features
33
decently wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detect focus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
slow maximum aperture (f3.6)
does not have a selfie friendly display
missing microphone support
more heavy than others (147 grams)
50
fairly wide (24mm)
selfie friendly display
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow max aperture (f2.7)
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no external mic jack
heavier than others (601g)
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsApp

Canon ELPH 360 HS vs Canon SX30 IS Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon ELPH 360 HS and Canon SX30 IS
 Canon PowerShot ELPH 360 HSCanon PowerShot SX30 IS
General Information
Manufacturer Canon Canon
Model type Canon PowerShot ELPH 360 HS Canon PowerShot SX30 IS
Type Ultracompact Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2016-01-05 2010-09-14
Body design Ultracompact SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Chip DIGIC 4+ Digic 4
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 20MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 5184 x 3888 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 3200 1600
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-300mm (12.0x) 24-840mm (35.0x)
Max aperture f/3.6-7.0 f/2.7-5.8
Macro focusing distance 1cm 0cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Display sizing 3" 2.7"
Display resolution 461 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15 seconds 15 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/3200 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 2.5 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.00 m (at Auto ISO) 6.80 m
Flash settings Auto, on, slow synchro, off Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Fill-in
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 147 gr (0.32 lb) 601 gr (1.32 lb)
Dimensions 100 x 58 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") 123 x 92 x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 180 images -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID NB-11LH NB-7L
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at release $209 $400