Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Canon SD980 IS

Here, we will be contrasting the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Canon SD980 IS, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are sold by Canon. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 500 HS (12MP) and the SD980 IS (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 500 HS was introduced 18 months after the SD980 IS which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the ELPH 500 HS matches up against the SD980 IS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 500 HS & Canon PowerShot SD980 IS. The whole galleries are available at Canon ELPH 500 HS Gallery & Canon SD980 IS Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 500 HS provides exterior dimensions of 101mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Canon SD980 IS has specifications of 100mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the ELPH 500 HS vs the SD980 IS.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 500 HS and SD980 IS is 94 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over a spec sheet. The pic here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 500 HS and SD980 IS.

Clearly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photos but you would want to consider the age of the products into consideration. The fresher ELPH 500 HS will have an edge in sensor tech.