---
product_id: 8845013
title: "Canon PowerShot ELPH 310 HS 12.1 MP CMOS Digital Camera with 8x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom Lens and Full 1080p HD Video (Purple)"
brand: "canon"
price: "E£ 73374"
currency: EGP
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 7
category: "Canon"
url: https://www.desertcart.com.eg/products/8845013-canon-powershot-elph-310-hs-12-1-mp-cmos-digital
store_origin: EG
region: Egypt
---

# 12.1MP CMOS sensor Full 1080p HD video 8x wide-angle optical zoom Canon PowerShot ELPH 310 HS 12.1 MP CMOS Digital Camera with 8x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom Lens and Full 1080p HD Video (Purple)

**Brand:** canon
**Price:** E£ 73374
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📷 Capture Life’s Vibrance, Pocket-Ready and Pro-Approved!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Canon PowerShot ELPH 310 HS 12.1 MP CMOS Digital Camera with 8x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom Lens and Full 1080p HD Video (Purple) by canon
- **How much does it cost?** E£ 73374 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.eg](https://www.desertcart.com.eg/products/8845013-canon-powershot-elph-310-hs-12-1-mp-cmos-digital)

## Best For

- canon enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted canon brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Steady Shots, Always:** Advanced Optical Image Stabilizer and Intelligent IS technology eliminate blur for sharp photos and smooth videos.
- • **Zoom Into Every Moment:** 8x optical zoom with 28mm wide-angle lens captures sweeping landscapes and distant details with crystal clarity.
- • **Pocket-Sized Powerhouse:** Ultra-slim 0.87-inch design fits effortlessly in your daily carry, blending style with portability.
- • **Vivid, Low-Light Brilliance:** Canon HS SYSTEM with DIGIC 4 processor delivers bright, noise-free images even in challenging lighting.
- • **Smart Auto for Effortless Perfection:** 32 scene modes and advanced subject detection ensure every shot is optimized—no expertise required.

## Overview

The Canon PowerShot ELPH 310 HS is a sleek, ultra-portable digital camera featuring a 12.1MP CMOS sensor, 8x wide-angle optical zoom, and Full HD 1080p video recording. Equipped with Canon’s DIGIC 4 processor and HS SYSTEM, it excels in low-light conditions and delivers sharp, vivid images. Its Intelligent Image Stabilizer ensures blur-free photos and videos, while a large 3-inch PureColor LCD and Smart AUTO mode make capturing professional-quality shots effortless. Available in stylish colors, this camera is perfect for millennials seeking a compact yet powerful device to document life’s moments with flair.

## Description

Product Description Canon 5701B001 12.1 Megapixel Powershot Elph 310 Hs Kit (Purple) From the Manufacturer ELPH 310 A Masterpiece of Design and Technology Ultra-Slim, Elegant Design At a slim 0.87 inches, the PowerShot ELPH 310 HS digital camera is super-thin, making it a perfect choice for those who desire a small camera that fits easily in a pocket. With five cool metallic colors to choose from (Purple, Blue, Pink, Green and Silver), there is a PowerShot ELPH 310 HS that fits your style. 8x Optical Zoom with 28mm Wide-Angle Lens Despite its slim profile, the PowerShot ELPH 310 HS houses a powerful Genuine Canon 8x Optical Zoom Lens that delivers outstanding optical performance and versatility. The zoom starts at 28mm wide-angle and extends to 224mm telephoto (35mm equivalent), covering a wide and highly useful range. The telephoto reach gives you the freedom to capture subjects from afar, while the 28mm wide-angle makes it easy to shoot sweeping landscapes, large groups of people and tall buildings. Optical Image Stabilizer Handheld shooting can often lead to camera shake, making photos and videos blurry. Canon's Optical Image Stabilizer is a sophisticated system that uses lens-shift technology to correct for unwanted camera movement. It makes handheld photography more practical in more shooting situations, providing excellent image quality in many difficult situations: outdoors at dusk, inside without a flash, and even at the telephoto end of the zoom range without a tripod. For photos, it enables shooting at slower shutter speeds, accommodating more low-light shooting situations than ever before without having to boost ISO sensitivity. With camera shake and vibration reduced, you get a sharper, steadier image. And because it is an optical system, there is none of the image degradation typical with electronic image stabilizers. Experience the Power Canon HS SYSTEM The Canon HS SYSTEM lets you take bright, clear photos in an even wider range of shooting situations. Beautiful low-light shots are possible with minimal noise and maximum detail in highlight and shadow areas. The system is the result of two technologies brought together in PowerShot cameras: a high-sensitivity imaging sensor, which is able to capture more light; and the DIGIC Image Processor, which actively reduces noise with high-speed image processing. The 12.1 Megapixel CMOS sensor in the PowerShot ELPH 310 HS incorporates advanced light reception technology that enhances sensitivity. The DIGIC 4 Image Processor provides a major boost in noise reduction, expanding the usable ISO range to an amazing high of 3200. The Canon HS SYSTEM takes the frustration out of low-light shooting, delivering clear, blur-free images. Canon DIGIC 4 Image Processor Canon DIGIC Image Processors have set the standard for functionality and performance since their groundbreaking introduction in 1999. With each successive generation, DIGIC processors have brought elevated performance and powerful new features to PowerShot digital cameras. The DIGIC 4 processor has ushered in a new level of picture quality and accelerated processing, making possible features such as high-speed continuous shooting, Full HD video and Face Detection Self-timer. New, more powerful noise reduction algorithms also provide improved low-light capture. Memorable Moments in Spectacular Full HD Canon Full HD Video Advantage In addition to the Canon HS SYSTEM, the combination of the advanced CMOS sensor and DIGIC 4 Image Processor in the PowerShot ELPH 310 HS makes it possible to shoot crisp, clear high definition video. Imagine the fun and excitement of being able to shoot spectacular 1080p Full HD video with stereo sound that you can later watch on your HDTV or download to your computer to share with family and friends. In addition to being able to shoot Full HD 1080p video at 24* frames per second, the PowerShot ELPH 310 HS can also shoot 720p HD video at 30** frames per second. *Actual frame rate is 23.976 fps. ** Actual frame rate is 29.97 fps.HDTV Playback via HDMI with CEC Support It's easy to enjoy and share the videos you shoot with the PowerShot ELPH 310 HS. Simply connect its HDMI terminal to your HDTV using an HDMI cable. And because the PowerShot ELPH 310 HS supports HDMI-CEC technology, youíll be able to control the playback of your images and videos on any CEC-enabled HDTV using the TVís remote control. (CEC ñ Consumer Electronic Control ñ is part of the HDMI specification, enabling components in a system to communicate with one another.) iFrame Movie Support With the PowerShot ELPH 310 HS, you can also shoot video in the Apple iFrame format, which is a computer-friendly standard that speeds up importing and editing of videos. It keeps file sizes small, making it more convenient to upload or e-mail high-quality videos. The iFrame format enjoys native support in compatible Mac and Windows video applications, making it unnecessary to perform time-consuming and often quality-degrading conversions. A PowerShot that Keeps Up with the Action High-Speed Burst Mode Capture amazing action shots like the pros with the PowerShot ELPH 310 HS camera. Using High-Speed Burst mode,* you can shoot at exceptionally high speeds ñ 8.7 frames per second. Itís a great feature for those who enjoy taking pictures at sporting events. High-Speed Burst is also an excellent way to make sure you capture that perfect instant in time when shooting any moving subject. *Image resolution is 1984 x 1488 pixels when shooting in High-Speed Burst mode. Super Slow Motion Movie The Super Slow Motion Movie mode* on the PowerShot ELPH 310 HS gives you a fun and useful option when shooting videos. It records video clips at a very high speed ñ up to approximately 240 frames per second. When the clips are played at normal speed (30 fps), the action is dramatically slower. This video shooting mode can be used to capture memorable plays at sporting events or to analyze and study motion. *Records 640 x 480 pixels at 120 fps and 320 x 420 pixels at 240 fps. A Steady Image Is a Beautiful Image Intelligent IS The latest advance in Canon Optical Image Stabilization technology, Intelligent IS analyzes camera movement and applies the best shake correction method for the shooting situation. For stills, the system automatically selects among Normal, Panning, Macro (Hybrid) and Tripod IS modes. When shooting video, the system automatically selects among Dynamic, Powered, Macro and Tripod IS modes. With Intelligent IS, you can concentrate on image capture, letting the camera make the most effective IS settings to assure the steadiest possible image. Normal Corrects for a wide range of camera movement when shooting stills. Panning Panning motion is detected so that IS does not interfere with desired camera movement. Hybrid Corrects for shift-type camera shake, which typically occurs in macro (close-up) shooting. Dynamic Effective for video shooting at wide-angle focal lengths, eliminating the unwanted shaking that typically occurs while walking. Powered Compensates for hand movement when shooting video at the telephoto end of the zoom range, where camera shake is magnified. Tripod When tripod use is detected, the Image Stabilizer is stopped because it is not needed. See Everything Brilliantly PureColor LCD System The PowerShot ELPH 310 HS digital cameraís large and bright 3.0-inch PureColor LCD screen makes it easy to view and frame your shots in high resolution (461,000 dots). PureColor technology delivers excellent contrast with rich, true-to-life color. Moreover, you can view the LCD screen over a surprisingly wide angle ñ above, below or to either side ñ without color shifts and with minimal reflections. A scratch-proof hard coating and a dust-repellent fluorine coating ensure a durable screen that dependably displays clear, vibrant images. A Smarter Camera Means Better Photos and Videos Smart AUTO Photographers of all levels appreciate a camera ñ especially a go-anywhere compact digital ñ that takes the hassle out of capturing beautiful images. The PowerShot ELPH 310 HS gives you Smart AUTO ñ sophisticated Canon technology that makes getting that great shot as simple as pressing the shutter button. Smart AUTO automatically detects scenes by assessing various factors in both the background and the subject. Detected scenes are analyzed using 32 predefined shooting situations. The camera then makes optimal settings to ensure the best possible image capture, whether youíre shooting stills or video. Smart AUTO also includes Advanced Subject Detection, which allows the camera to detect and track non-human moving subjects like animals and vehicles. Shooting Modes/Special Scene Modes Smart AUTO The camera automatically selects the best shooting settings for optimal quality based on subjects and environmental factors to provide point-and-shoot simplicity. Program The camera automatically and intelligently selects the aperture/shutter speed combination based on the shooting conditions. Movie Digest Records a video clip before capturing a still image and then combines one day’s worth of clips into a video. Handheld Night Scene Take clear and steady pictures at night without the use of a tripod. Super Vivid Super Vivid intensifies existing hues, saturating the scene with bright colors. Color Accent Choose to retain a single color in your image while other colors turn monochrome Low Light For high quality image capture in an amazing range of dimly-lit situations. Portrait Brings the subject into focus while beautifully blurring the background. Kids & Pets The camera reduces focus time so you won’t miss those special shots. Color Swap Select a color and replace it with a color you specify for special effects. Beach Get clear shots of people at a sunny beach without darkened faces. Foliage Capture brilliant shots of autumn foliage, greenery and blossoms. Smart Shutter The camera automatically takes the photo when people smile, wink, or get into frame. High-Speed Burst Captures rapid action frame by frame, by shooting continuously at a high speed while the shutter button is held down. Best Image Selection Shoots five consecutive images then chooses the best one based on the image information. Snow Shoot clear snow scenes without darkened subjects or an unnatural bluish tint. Fireworks Create brilliant images of skyrocketing fireworks. Stitch Assist Easy-to-use guidelines simplify the shooting of aligned multiple frames that can later be combined (using bundled software) to create panoramic photos. Long Shutter Use to blur moving subjects for artistic effect, ideal for urban night photography. Fisheye Effect Now you can get the fisheye effect ó a classic photographic distortion ó without a fisheye lens. Miniature Effect Give images a miniature look with an effect that emphasizes perspective by blurring the top and bottom of the image. Toy Camera Effect Simulates photos taken with ìtoyî or pinhole cameras, darkening the image at the edges to create a vignette effect. Poster Effect Poster Effect combines several similar shades into one color, turning subtle gradations into eye-catching, scene-popping contrasts. Monochrome Choose from three single-tone effects: Black-and-White, Sepia, or Blue. iFrame Movie The Apple® movie format, iFrame, makes it easier and quicker to import and upload videos while retaining high image quality. Super Slow Motion Movie Record your clips in high speed (approx. 240 fps), and then watch your videos in slow motion. High-Speed Burst The camera shoots continuously at a high speed of approx. 8.7 fps while you hold down the shutter. Miniature Effect for Movies & Stills Emphasizes perspective for a miniature effect by blurring upper and bottom portions of videos and stills. Super Slow Motion Movie Record your clips in high speed (approx. 240 fps), and then watch your videos in slow motion. Actual results may vary from examples shown above. Final image may vary depending on picture composition. Easily Turn Your Memories into Videos Movie Digest Creating a video* containing highlights of a family vacation or an important occasion is a lot easier than you might think. When you use Movie Digest on the PowerShot ELPH 310 HS, the camera will automatically record a short video clip (up to approximately 4 seconds) every time you shoot a still image. That entire day’s worth of clips will then be automatically combined into a single video. Movie Digest does all the work, so you can sit back and enjoy your video! *Movie Digest videos are recorded at VGA resolution and 30 fps. Easier, More Enjoyable Photography Face Detection Technology including Smart Shutter Special Scene Modes Best Image Selection

Review: Finally! - I had an old canon camera (PowerShot A520 for historians) for 8 years, and it was finally time for a new one. I spent way too long agonizing over which camera to get, but I knew I wanted a Canon without a touchscreen. I hemmed and hawwed over the ELPH 310 vs ELPH 300 and finally choose this one because it can zoom in more, and it was a newer model. desertcart had a great deal on it, so I got quite a chunk of the list price, which was great! I choose purple because it was the most on sale with the pink and yellow color. I wanted the blue, but it was full price. I also bought rooCASE Neoprene Sleeve (Lilac) Carrying Case for Canon ELPH 310 HS Digital Camera which looks very nice with it! Anyway, on to the review! PROS: Takes quality pictures. Really. Some are even comparable to my DSLR camera. I'm not kidding, I was impressed! Color of the camera looks great. It's a matte plastic, that won't show finger marks from holding it. Takes fast pictures You can easily change from auto to manual settings. I love the manual settings, I love to play around with vivid color and toy camera effect and so forth. Super easy, user friendly, everyone can figure out my camera quickly. CONS: The fish eye setting is weak. It doesn't look at all like a real fish eye lens would make an image. However, its not exactly a deal breaker, I don't need Fish Eye anyway. My friends called my camera "heavy" and "bigger than expected." I am used to holding a brick camera that took AA batteries, so this thing is tiny to me. I also don't care if its heavy, because its actually lighter and smaller than my cell phone. It fits easily in my pocket with the sleeve case. I wish it had some grips on it, right where the Canon logo is on the front. It feels like I could easily drop it. Really with these petty excuse for cons, I love my new camera, and I can't believe I waited 8 years to get a new one. If you are on the fence about buying this, wait till it goes on sale (the prices changes daily) to a price you can live with, and get it! It is a great camera.
Review: Great Tiny Camera! - - Simple to operate, small, excellent results, modest price. The worst part of the ELPH 310HS ( or IXUS 230HS ) is the name. In the USA Canon sells an entirely different camera called the SX 230HS. Ordering the camera or batteries becomes a test of your ability to clarify Canon's terrible nomenclature. There are reviews of this camera that incorrectly refer to it as the ELPH 230HS! Buy a couple of extra batteries from desertcart (NB-4L) for $10 each (get the 1200 mamp type.) Don't get the NB-5L type battery for the 230HS. The $6 Case Logic TBC-302 case nicely holds two extra batteries and the camera. In the "Auto" mode you get good movies and excellent stills. The really nice part is that you get these results without having to bother with camera settings. Switching to the "P" mode gives you more options and settings to play with but, if you just want excellent results leave it in auto. When taking a pic, push the exposure button ½ way down to focus. When the focus area turns green push the button the rest of the way. Focusing generally takes less than ½ a second. If you just push the button all the down you'll often get an out of focus pic. Forgetting to focus may explain why some reviewers are dissatisfied with the cameras output. There are both pro and con arguments for this focusing method. You just need to be aware of how to operate the 310. 11x14 borderless prints exhibit excellent quality when shot in good light. Quality does decrease in darker situations but is still acceptable. All small sensor cameras exhibit that behavior. Facial recognition works most of the time. Pricing is a little strange. At the time of this writing, depending upon color, the price varies from $196 to $230 for the same camera from the same vendor. Why does a blue copy cost 15% more than a purple copy? Probably done by the same genius that named the camera! The ELPH 310HS is an excellent travel camera. I've ordered a second one for my wife.

## Features

- Ultra-Slim Camera with 28mm Wide-Angle Lens, 8x Optical Zoom, and Optical Image Stabilizer
- 12.1 Megapixel CMOS Image Sensor and DIGIC 4 Image Processor
- Full HD Video Recording at 1080p in Stereo Sound
- Large 3.0-Inch Wide LCD Viewing Screen
- Smart AUTO Funciton Based on 32 Predefined Shooting Situations

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B005I6E8FE |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
| Best Sellers Rank | #189,158 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #1,645 in Digital Point & Shoot Cameras |
| Customer Reviews | 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars (297) |
| Date First Available | August 23, 2011 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 5 ounces |
| Item model number | 5701B001 |
| Language | English |
| Manufacturer | Canon Cameras US |
| Product Dimensions | 3.78 x 0.87 x 2.24 inches |

## Product Details

- **Aspect Ratio:** 3:2
- **Compatible Mountings:** Canon EF
- **Expanded ISO Minimum:** 100
- **Image Stabilization:** Optical
- **Maximum Aperture:** 5.9 f
- **Maximum Focal Length:** 224 Millimeters
- **Metering Description:** Multi, Center-weighted, Spot
- **Optical Zoom:** 8
- **Photo Sensor Technology:** BSI CMOS
- **Supported File Format:** JPEG, MP4

## Images

![Canon PowerShot ELPH 310 HS 12.1 MP CMOS Digital Camera with 8x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom Lens and Full 1080p HD Video (Purple) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61Xjndcy+GL.jpg)
![Canon PowerShot ELPH 310 HS 12.1 MP CMOS Digital Camera with 8x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom Lens and Full 1080p HD Video (Purple) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71JFh5khP7L.jpg)
![Canon PowerShot ELPH 310 HS 12.1 MP CMOS Digital Camera with 8x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom Lens and Full 1080p HD Video (Purple) - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71Ni05DWbPL.jpg)
![Canon PowerShot ELPH 310 HS 12.1 MP CMOS Digital Camera with 8x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom Lens and Full 1080p HD Video (Purple) - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71gvq9WGfrL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: how do I zoom in on a photo that you have already taken**
A: after you have taken the picture - hit the button on the right hand side of the viewfinder (blue arrow on button).  Your picture will appear and then just use the zoom button on the top of the camera and voila you can zoom in to the picture you have already taken.  good luck.

**Q: Does the battery charge while plugged into a computer via the USB cable?**
A: No . The battery has to charge in charger.

**Q: how do you download the pictures**
A: There are at least two ways. I have used only one way-I take the picture card out of the camera and insert it into a slot in my computer (an iMac). When I do that, iPhoto opens and asks if I want to import all images or selected images, and whether I want to keep the images on the camera after importing them. The second way involves software that comes with the camera. You must install it on your computer. The owner's manual explains how to install and use the software.

**Q: How is the battery life?**
A: We have two of the cameras and both work great and the batteries seem to hold a charge very well.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Finally!
*by K***A on February 26, 2012*

I had an old canon camera (PowerShot A520 for historians) for 8 years, and it was finally time for a new one. I spent way too long agonizing over which camera to get, but I knew I wanted a Canon without a touchscreen. I hemmed and hawwed over the ELPH 310 vs ELPH 300 and finally choose this one because it can zoom in more, and it was a newer model. Amazon had a great deal on it, so I got quite a chunk of the list price, which was great! I choose purple because it was the most on sale with the pink and yellow color. I wanted the blue, but it was full price. I also bought rooCASE Neoprene Sleeve (Lilac) Carrying Case for Canon ELPH 310 HS Digital Camera which looks very nice with it! Anyway, on to the review! PROS: Takes quality pictures. Really. Some are even comparable to my DSLR camera. I'm not kidding, I was impressed! Color of the camera looks great. It's a matte plastic, that won't show finger marks from holding it. Takes fast pictures You can easily change from auto to manual settings. I love the manual settings, I love to play around with vivid color and toy camera effect and so forth. Super easy, user friendly, everyone can figure out my camera quickly. CONS: The fish eye setting is weak. It doesn't look at all like a real fish eye lens would make an image. However, its not exactly a deal breaker, I don't need Fish Eye anyway. My friends called my camera "heavy" and "bigger than expected." I am used to holding a brick camera that took AA batteries, so this thing is tiny to me. I also don't care if its heavy, because its actually lighter and smaller than my cell phone. It fits easily in my pocket with the sleeve case. I wish it had some grips on it, right where the Canon logo is on the front. It feels like I could easily drop it. Really with these petty excuse for cons, I love my new camera, and I can't believe I waited 8 years to get a new one. If you are on the fence about buying this, wait till it goes on sale (the prices changes daily) to a price you can live with, and get it! It is a great camera.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Tiny Camera!
*by D***N on January 3, 2012*

- Simple to operate, small, excellent results, modest price. The worst part of the ELPH 310HS ( or IXUS 230HS ) is the name. In the USA Canon sells an entirely different camera called the SX 230HS. Ordering the camera or batteries becomes a test of your ability to clarify Canon's terrible nomenclature. There are reviews of this camera that incorrectly refer to it as the ELPH 230HS! Buy a couple of extra batteries from Amazon (NB-4L) for $10 each (get the 1200 mamp type.) Don't get the NB-5L type battery for the 230HS. The $6 Case Logic TBC-302 case nicely holds two extra batteries and the camera. In the "Auto" mode you get good movies and excellent stills. The really nice part is that you get these results without having to bother with camera settings. Switching to the "P" mode gives you more options and settings to play with but, if you just want excellent results leave it in auto. When taking a pic, push the exposure button ½ way down to focus. When the focus area turns green push the button the rest of the way. Focusing generally takes less than ½ a second. If you just push the button all the down you'll often get an out of focus pic. Forgetting to focus may explain why some reviewers are dissatisfied with the cameras output. There are both pro and con arguments for this focusing method. You just need to be aware of how to operate the 310. 11x14 borderless prints exhibit excellent quality when shot in good light. Quality does decrease in darker situations but is still acceptable. All small sensor cameras exhibit that behavior. Facial recognition works most of the time. Pricing is a little strange. At the time of this writing, depending upon color, the price varies from $196 to $230 for the same camera from the same vendor. Why does a blue copy cost 15% more than a purple copy? Probably done by the same genius that named the camera! The ELPH 310HS is an excellent travel camera. I've ordered a second one for my wife.

### ⭐⭐⭐ Not quite sure about this camera yet...
*by M***Z on October 20, 2011*

First, let me say this camera does take some great pictures and it is very easy to use. My complaint comes in by how plastic it feels. It just doesn't feel solid like all the other Canon cameras we have purchased in the past. I love my husband's Canon Powershot 300HS, but I wanted a bit higher zoom. So, I purchased this one. I also purchased the Powershot 510 as well to see which one I would like better. I must say, I am swaying towards returning both of them. This camera feels flimsy compared to the other Canon Powershot cameras. I prefer the non-touch screen of this one vs. the Powershot 510, but overall, the 510 just feels a lot more solid for only around $75 more. The touchscreen on the 510 drains the battery too fast, but this one just doesn't seem to be that durable. As for the zoom comparisons, on the 510 it zooms to 12x, but it is extremely difficult to keep it steady. On this one, the 8x seems about right. So, I am not quite sure which one to keep. I love the new settings for vivid, foliage, miniature, fireworks, fisheye, etc. If it weren't for all these new settings and a higher power zoom, I wouldn't even consider trading up from the 300HS for this one. So, I am torn as to what to do. UPDATE 10/30/2011 - So, I decided to keep this one instead of the 510. It still feels kind of plastic to me compared to older models we have. However, I have been thoroughly impressed with the video, picture and color quality. The battery longevity helped to make this decision as well.

---

## Why Shop on Desertcart?

- 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016
- 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories
- 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price
- 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members)
- 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection
- ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews

**Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.eg/products/8845013-canon-powershot-elph-310-hs-12-1-mp-cmos-digital](https://www.desertcart.com.eg/products/8845013-canon-powershot-elph-310-hs-12-1-mp-cmos-digital)

---

*Product available on Desertcart Egypt*
*Store origin: EG*
*Last updated: 2026-02-08*