Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Canon SX200 IS

Let's look more closely at the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Canon SX200 IS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both produced by Canon. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 500 HS (12MP) and the SX200 IS (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 500 HS was brought out 22 months after the SX200 IS which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the ELPH 500 HS scores vs the SX200 IS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 500 HS and Canon PowerShot SX200 IS. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 500 HS Gallery and Canon SX200 IS Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 500 HS has got outside dimensions of 101mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Canon SX200 IS has sizing of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Canon SX200 IS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 500 HS vs the SX200 IS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 500 HS and SX200 IS is 94 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 500 HS and SX200 IS.

Clearly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of pictures however you might want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The newer ELPH 500 HS will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.