• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 12.0 megapixels
  • 28.00mm - 140.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 12.1 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 120.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Nikon S570 advantages over Canon ELPH 300 HS

  • Less expensive
    $200 vs $250 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • More telephoto lens reach
    140 mm vs 120 mm
    Capture objects farther away

Canon ELPH 300 HS advantages over Nikon S570

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Shoots 24p video
    Yes vs No
    Gives your movies a big-screen feel
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • Wider angle lens
    24 mm vs 28 mm
    Capture more of the scene
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • RAW file ability
    Neither provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Manual focus
    Neither provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

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The Competition

Compared to Sony DSC-W220

Nikon S570
Sony DSC-W220
  • $180
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Longer stills battery life
Canon ELPH 300 HS
Sony DSC-W220
  • $235
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • HDMI out
  • Shoots 24p video
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Longer stills battery life

Compared to Panasonic DMC-FX48S

Nikon S570
Panasonic DMC-FX48S
  • $180
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • $259
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Longer stills battery life
Canon ELPH 300 HS
Panasonic DMC-FX48S
  • $235
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • HDMI out
  • $259
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • Longer exposure

Compared to Nikon S640

Nikon S570
Nikon S640
  • $180
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • $250
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Longer stills battery life
Canon ELPH 300 HS
Nikon S640
  • $235
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • HDMI out
  • Shoots 24p video
  • $250
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Longer stills battery life

Compared to Nikon S5100

Nikon S570
Nikon S5100
  • $180
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • $149
  • 1/2.3 inch
Canon ELPH 300 HS
Nikon S5100
  • $235
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • HDMI out
  • $149
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compared to Canon 320 HS

Nikon S570
Canon 320 HS
  • $180
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels
  • $231
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
Canon ELPH 300 HS
Canon 320 HS
  • $235
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $231
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • More dots on screen
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