Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Canon SX50 HS and Canon ELPH 310 HS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon SX50 HS has external dimensions of 123 x 87 x 106 mm (4.84 x 3.43 x 4.17″) and weighs 595 g (1.31 lb / 20.99 oz) (including batteries). Canon ELPH 310 HS has external dimensions of 96 x 57 x 22 mm (3.78 x 2.24 x 0.87″) and weighs 140 g (0.31 lb / 4.94 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon SX50 HS and the Canon ELPH 310 HS. Canon ELPH 310 HS is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 27mm narrower, 30mm shorter and 84mm thinner than Canon SX50 HS.
Comparison image of the Canon SX50 HS and the Canon ELPH 310 HS Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon SX50 HS and Canon ELPH 310 HS.
Comparison image of the Canon SX50 HS and the Canon ELPH 310 HS Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon SX50 HS and Canon ELPH 310 HS.
Top View Comparison image of the Canon SX50 HS and the Canon ELPH 310 HS Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon ELPH 310 HS is significantly lighter (455g ) than the Canon SX50 HS which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon PowerShot SX50 HS nor Canon ELPH 310 HS (IXUS 230 HS) provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon ELPH 310 HS's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Canon SX50 HS's 2.8" screen.
On the other hand, Canon SX50 HS sports a
Fully Articulated screen which you can change the angle and position of the screen almost freely, making it possible to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels, and especially very useful for shooting selfies and video. On the other hand, Canon ELPH 310 HS has a fixed type screen which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to SX50 HS.
