Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Olympus 5010

Here is a in depth comparison of the Canon ELPH 100 HS versus Olympus 5010, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 100 HS (12MP) and the 5010 (14MP) is relatively similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 100 HS was announced 14 months later than the 5010 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the ELPH 100 HS grades vs the 5010 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 100 HS & Olympus Stylus 5010. The whole galleries are available at Canon ELPH 100 HS Gallery & Olympus 5010 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 100 HS has outside dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Olympus 5010 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the ELPH 100 HS and the 5010.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 100 HS and 5010 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 100 HS and 5010.

As you can tell, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Olympus 5010 to deliver greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The younger ELPH 100 HS will have a benefit in sensor innovation.