Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Casio EX-Z800

Let's examine more closely at the Canon ELPH 100 HS versus Casio EX-Z800, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Canon and Casio. The image resolution of the ELPH 100 HS (12MP) and the EX-Z800 (14MP) is pretty similar and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 100 HS was unveiled 7 months later than the EX-Z800 so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the ELPH 100 HS scores against the EX-Z800 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 100 HS & Casio Exilim EX-Z800. The full galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 100 HS Gallery & Casio EX-Z800 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 100 HS features exterior measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Casio EX-Z800 has proportions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Check the Canon ELPH 100 HS versus Casio EX-Z800 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the ELPH 100 HS compared to the EX-Z800.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 100 HS and EX-Z800 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading a spec sheet. The graphic here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 100 HS and EX-Z800.

As you can see, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Casio EX-Z800 to offer more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The fresher ELPH 100 HS is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.