Is the Canon PowerShot ELPH 360 HS worth it over a phone camera?

If you want a long 12x optical zoom and stabilization in a pocketable body, yes. For low-light photos and quick sharing, a recent phone usually does better.

How does it compare with the ELPH 190 HS?

The ELPH 360 HS adds a longer 12x zoom and a higher-resolution 20.2MP sensor. The 190 HS is smaller and simpler but has less reach.

Does it record video?

Yes, it records 1080p Full HD video. Hybrid Auto also saves a four-second clip before each still and combines them into a daily recap.

The box includes the camera, wrist strap WS-800, battery pack NB-11L, and battery charger CB-2LF. The USB cable and solution CD-ROM are not included.

Does it have a viewfinder?

No. Framing and review are done on the 3.0-inch LCD, which can be hard to see in bright sunlight.

Is it good for travel?

Yes, its slim body and 25–300mm equivalent zoom make it a handy travel camera. Carry a spare battery for long days out.

Is the Canon PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A Full HD Video Digital Camera at its lowest price?

Yes: $379.00 is the lowest price we've seen for it since November 9.

Where can I buy the Canon PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A Full HD Video Digital Camera?

5 stores we checked sell it, including Canon, Best Buy, Newegg, Abt Electronics, Adorama.

Canon PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A Full HD Video Digital Camera

Q: Where is the Canon PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A Full HD Video Digital Camera cheapest?

At Adorama, for $379.00, 16% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

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$379.00at AdoramaChecked Nov 10

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What reviewers say

Owners treat the ELPH 360 HS as a convenient pocket zoom camera. They like the reach of the 12x lens and the stabilization, and many find it easy for travel and family use. Complaints center on image quality in low light, slow autofocus, and short battery life.

What people mention

Zoom rangePraisedOwners value the 12x optical zoom, which reaches far beyond what a phone can do.
Image stabilizationPraisedThe optical stabilizer helps keep handheld zoom and low-light shots steady.
Low-light qualityCriticisedReviewers say images get noisy and soft as light drops, a limit of the small sensor.
Autofocus speedCriticisedUsers report slow focusing and lag between shots, which costs candid moments.
Battery lifeCriticisedOwners find the battery runs down quickly, so a spare is often needed.
Ease of usePraisedBeginners like the simple automatic modes and straightforward controls.

About the Canon PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A Full HD Video Digital Camera

The Canon PowerShot ELPH 360 HS is a slim, pocket-sized compact camera with a 12x optical zoom and Optical Image Stabilizer. The zoom covers a 25–300mm equivalent range. It has a 20.2 megapixel high-sensitivity CMOS sensor and a DIGIC 4+ Image Processor for detailed images in dim light.

Hybrid Auto mode records a four-second video clip before each photo. It then combines the clips into a video recap of the day. Creative Shot mode saves five copies of a photo and applies 46 filter options. The camera records 1080p Full HD video.

A 3.0-inch LCD with approximately 461,000 dots is used for framing and reviewing shots, and it can be viewed from a wide angle.

Color

Silver

Optical zoom

12x with Optical Image Stabilizer

Focal length

25–300mm equivalent

Sensor

20.2 megapixel high-sensitivity CMOS

Processor

DIGIC 4+ Image Processor

Screen