Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Casio EX-FC100

Let's look a little more in depth at the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Casio EX-FC100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Casio. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 500 HS (12MP) and EX-FC100 (9MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 500 HS was brought out 2 years after the EX-FC100 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the ELPH 500 HS grades versus the EX-FC100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 500 HS and Casio Exilim EX-FC100. The entire galleries are available at Canon ELPH 500 HS Gallery and Casio EX-FC100 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 500 HS features outside measurements of 101mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-FC100 has sizing of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

See the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Casio EX-FC100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the ELPH 500 HS vs the EX-FC100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 500 HS and EX-FC100 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions just by researching specifications. The picture below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 500 HS and EX-FC100.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon ELPH 500 HS to render greater detail having its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher ELPH 500 HS will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.