Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Canon N

Here, we will be comparing the Canon ELPH 500 HS and Canon N, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are built by Canon. The resolution of the ELPH 500 HS (12MP) and the N (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 500 HS was manufactured 23 months prior to the N which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the ELPH 500 HS grades against the N with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 500 HS & Canon PowerShot N. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 500 HS Gallery & Canon N Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 500 HS has got external dimensions 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 N has specifications of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 500 HS versus the N.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 500 HS and N is 94 and 93 respectively.

Normally, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by looking through a spec sheet. The picture here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 500 HS and N.

Clearly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP and you can expect comparable quality of files however you should take the age of the cameras into account. The more aged ELPH 500 HS will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.