Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Casio EX-Z550

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Casio EX-Z550, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Canon and Casio. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 500 HS (12MP) and the EX-Z550 (14MP) is pretty similar and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 500 HS was unveiled 14 months later than the EX-Z550 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon ELPH 500 HS being a Compact camera and the Casio EX-Z550 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a brief overview of how the ELPH 500 HS scores versus the EX-Z550 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 500 HS and Casio Exilim EX-Z550. The full galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 500 HS Gallery and Casio EX-Z550 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 500 HS enjoys exterior 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 Casio EX-Z550 has sizing of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).

Compare the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Casio EX-Z550 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the ELPH 500 HS and the EX-Z550.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 500 HS and EX-Z550 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The graphic here might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 500 HS and EX-Z550.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Casio EX-Z550 to offer you more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The newer ELPH 500 HS provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.