Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Canon A2200

Here is a in depth assessment of the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Canon A2200, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both created by Canon. The image resolution of the ELPH 500 HS (12MP) and the A2200 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 500 HS was announced 2 months later than the A2200 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the ELPH 500 HS matches up against the A2200 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 500 HS and Canon PowerShot A2200. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 500 HS Gallery and Canon A2200 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 500 HS has physical dimensions of 101mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Canon A2200 has measurements of 93mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs).

Check out the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Canon A2200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the ELPH 500 HS vs the A2200.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 500 HS and A2200 is 94 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over specifications. The graphic below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 500 HS and A2200.

To sum up, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon A2200 to deliver extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively.