Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Canon A1100 IS

In this article, we are looking at the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Canon A1100 IS, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are created by Canon. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 500 HS (12MP) and the A1100 IS (12MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 500 HS was brought out 24 months after the A1100 IS making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the ELPH 500 HS grades versus the A1100 IS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 500 HS & Canon PowerShot A1100 IS. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 500 HS Gallery & Canon A1100 IS Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 500 HS enjoys physical measurements of 101mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Canon A1100 IS has sizing of 95mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Canon A1100 IS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 500 HS compared to the A1100 IS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 500 HS and A1100 IS is 94 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions simply by researching specs. The pic here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 500 HS and A1100 IS.

All in all, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you have to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The fresher ELPH 500 HS will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.