Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Canon SX230 HS

On this page, we are contrasting the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Canon SX230 HS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are sold by Canon. The image resolution of the ELPH 500 HS (12MP) and the SX230 HS (12MP) is very close and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 500 HS was revealed 5 months earlier than the SX230 HS so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the ELPH 500 HS grades against the SX230 HS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 500 HS & Canon PowerShot SX230 HS. The full galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 500 HS Gallery & Canon SX230 HS Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 500 HS has outer dimensions of 101mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Canon SX230 HS has specifications of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the ELPH 500 HS vs the SX230 HS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 500 HS and SX230 HS is 94 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements only by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 500 HS and SX230 HS.

Clearly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution so you can expect comparable quality of files although you really should factor the age of the cameras into account.