Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Kodak M590

Below is a in-depth comparison of the Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Kodak M590, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Canon and Kodak. The image resolution of the ELPH 100 HS (12MP) and the M590 (14MP) is pretty comparable but the ELPH 100 HS (1/2.3") and M590 (1/3") boast totally different sensor size.

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The ELPH 100 HS was released 6 months later than the M590 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the ELPH 100 HS scores against the M590 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 100 HS & Kodak M590. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 100 HS Gallery & Kodak M590 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you need to factor its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 100 HS comes with outer dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Kodak M590 has specifications of 97mm x 58mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 100 HS versus the M590.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 100 HS and M590 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 100 HS and M590.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The ELPH 100 HS due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Kodak M590 will produce greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively.