- Conclusion Get the lowdown
- Features How it compares
- Performance Real world benchmarks
- Differences Technical showdown
- Reviews Word on the street
- Competition Others to consider
- Discussion Answers and opinions
Canon ELPH 310 HS
- 12 MP
- 8x f/3.0
- 1/2" CMOS
- 3" LCD
Released August, 2011
Rated 90% by by Photography Blog (Nov, 2011)If you like your macro subjects close then you'll be happy with the IXUS 230 HS.
Conclusion Check out the Canon ELPH 310 HS
First reviewed December, 2011
Features Key features of the Canon ELPH 310 HS
12 MP
1/2"
megapixels
| 0 MP | 18 MP    | 20 MP |
ELPH 310 HS by Hanus (Aug, 2011)It might make a good 3x5 pic, but Im not going to blow anything up like I would with my 8 megapixel 30D.
ELPH 310 HS by Photography Blog (Nov, 2011)All of the sample images in this Review were taken using the 12 megapixel Fine JPEG setting, which gives an average image size of around 3Mb.
sensor size
ELPH 310 HS by Just-Some-Guy (Dec, 2011)Since I'm not shooting feature length movies, the quality from the smaller sensor size in the SX230HS is more than adequate for what I need.
ELPH 310 HS by Randy-Wakeman--Randy-Wakeman (Feb, 2012)We like more "mega" everything, but image quality come from lens quality and sensor size, not just cramming more un-needed pixels onto a tiny sensor.
wide angle lens
ELPH 310 HS by Gladsong (Jan, 2012)The extra-wide angle end of the zoom is excellent for indoor group pictures.
ELPH 310 HS by R.-Vrshek--robThis camera turned out to be the best combination of features and functions I could hope for... a fairly wide angle at the short end, great 8x zoom, and unbelievable low-light shooting.
aperture size
ELPH 310 HS by Roldan-PozoThere is a tiny amount of chromatic aberration and an ever-so-slight softness around the edges (and no, it is not the same as my $2K Nikon 70-200 f/2.8 zoom) but it is actually quite impressive that this camera captures so much detail.
ELPH 310 HS by Kenneth-R.-Shapiro (Jul, 2012)The maximum aperture range is very bright for this type of lens especially at this price point beginning at.
zoom range
| 0x | 14x   | 30x |
ELPH 310 HS by Al (Dec, 2011)I only took pictures with Either Mobiles or a crappy camera, This was a major chance to me, it has an amazing 8X Zoom, Maybe i'm impressed because it has the 8X Zoom, well ... after i got this, i am wondering why i didnt buy the one that had 18x zoom, but ya that was much heavier ... well if u get too much zoom u wont be able to stable ur hand alot ... anyways!
ELPH 310 HS by Richard-L.-Steiner (Mar, 2012)* "14x zoom: It is really amazing how they are able to put a 14x zoom in such a small body?
body size
96 x 57 x 22 mm
111 x 76 x 83 mm
104 x 59 x 33 mm
ELPH 310 HS by Cletus-Van-Damme (Jan, 2012)Overall, I would recommend this product if you are looking for a simple compact camera to take some nice crisp photos.
ELPH 310 HS by Donna-Rochford (Dec, 2012)This little camera takes gorgeous clear pictures with beautiful colors.
Performance Real world tests of Canon ELPH 310 HS
battery life
210 photos
300 photos
170 photos
ELPH 310 HS by Michael-N.-Jenkins--PMP (Jan, 2012)Battery life could be better, but the photos I've taken with this camera are remarkable.
ELPH 310 HS by S.-Tomich--ZigZag (Apr, 2012)battery life is good, averaging 7+ hrs but we have a extra one for backup.
max continuous shooting
ELPH 310 HS by ttphilip (Jun, 2012)I have a toddler and the 'burst' feature that allows you take several pictures per second has been invaluable in capturing some amazing moments.
Our analysis How does it stack up against its top 10 competitors
pros
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f/3.0 -
HD video -
For that film look -
HD video -
10 mm -
0.6 fps -
Create slow motion video -
Stitches together multiple photos into a single ultra-wide view -
140 g -
22 mm -
96 x 57 x 22 mm
cons
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8x -
28 mm -
12 MP -
No automatic 3D -
3,200 ISO -
Aug, 2011 -
No automatic HDR
Reviews Word on the street
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 | Rated by 459 users at amazon.com Rated 60% by by aditud (Feb, 2012)  Rated 100% by by Speedi (Apr, 2012) Rated 100% by by J.-Terrill--Jasoninohio (Oct, 2011) |
Lens
Canon ELPH 310 HS | Rated 100% by by Angelmarauder (Sep, 2012)I love how it has 8x Wide-Angle optical Zoom on it!
Canon ELPH 310 HS | Rated 100% by by E.-Sikorski (Jan, 2012)The zoom is incredible - I took crystal clear pictures of hockey players on the ice like I was right behind the glass.
Canon ELPH 310 HS | Rated 100% by by ZumbaNovice (Mar, 2012)the pictures are excellent quality for the pixels, and the zoom is sizeable.
Video
Canon ELPH 310 HS | Rated 100% by by R-Norton (Dec, 2011)Oh, and did I mention that it takes full HD video just as good or better than my $500 Sony Handycam?
Canon ELPH 310 HS | Rated 40% by by L.-Melledy--funstrawVideo and images are very clear and high quality when you are shooting in good to great conditions.
Canon ELPH 310 HS | Rated 100% by by IROCK (Dec, 2011)The video and audio is very good but not as smooth as my Flip Video cam.
Zoom
Canon ELPH 310 HS | Rated 100% by by Ccdaisy1 (Jan, 2012)The 310 is def worth it over the 300 because the zoom is clear and can't be beat.
Canon ELPH 310 HS | Rated 100% by by justamom (Dec, 2011)Oh, the zoom quality on this camera is also great.
Image quality
Canon ELPH 310 HS | Rated 80% by by R.-Ruddock (Feb, 2012)Additionally, this thing definitely leans pretty far towards the blue side of the spectrum in terms of color saturation (this can also be adjusted in program mode) in auto mode.
Canon ELPH 310 HS | Rated 100% by by Suzy (Aug, 2011)But the night scene mode and its' performance in very dark shots isn't that great, in my opinion.
Canon ELPH 310 HS | Rated 80% by by M.-Brand--Diesel (Dec, 2011)I really think canon makes one of the best point and shoot cameras out there for their ease of use, great picture quality and added functions.
Battery
Canon ELPH 310 HS | Rated 40% by by Laurie-L.-Lum--military-PCS (Jul, 2011)Cons: battery life (even with GPS off, an extra battery is a must), automatic lens cover defect.
Canon ELPH 310 HS | Rated 100% by by Zildjiandg--Z (Aug, 2011)I found the battery life to be great and I had the camera on throughout the concert as well as usage for other things before and after the concert.
Canon ELPH 310 HS | Rated 80% by by Moses831 (Jan, 2012)Shoting in full hd will eat up your battery and memory card so get extra battery and card this camera is worth the money.
Competition What else you should consider
 | 1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150 Most detailed video recording mode Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150 vs Canon ELPH 310 HS |
 | 2 | Canon PowerShot ELPH 110 HS 3-way tie: Fastest lens PowerShot ELPH 110 HS vs ELPH 310 HS |
 | 3 | Nikon Coolpix S8200 Highest resolution screen Nikon Coolpix S8200 vs Canon ELPH 310 HS |
 | 5 | Canon ELPH 300 HS 2-way tie: OK delay taking photos 300 HS vs 310 HS |
 | 7 | Canon PowerShot A4000 IS Good benchmarked shot to shot times PowerShot A4000 IS vs ELPH 310 HS |
 | 8 | Canon IXUS 220 HS 2-way tie: OK delay taking photos IXUS 220 HS vs ELPH 310 HS |
New duel?
Let the battle continue or dare to compare.
Editions Editions of the Canon 230 HS / 310 HS
| Price | Edition | Model | Continents | Automatic panorama | Max continuous shooting | Compare | ||||
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 | | 230 HS | Europe |  | 3.4 fps | | ||||
 | | 310 HS | North America |  | 3.5 fps | | ||||
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May 5, 2012
What's better, larger zoom or more MegaPixels?
I'm looking for a camera to take family pictures, my son plays hockey, baseball... that's why I tend to favor the Canon 310 HS with it's 8x zoom vs the Canon 320 HS 16 megapixels. Any comments or...
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Point and shoot and HD video
No fancy modes needed. Simple, great auto mode, great and fast focus, good vids.
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Shooting dance competitions; low light & distance. and kids... family stuff...
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Fast shutter speed
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If you want to see this camara in action
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