Canon ELPH 500 HS vs FujiFilm AV200

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus FujiFilm AV200, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 500 HS (12MP) and the AV200 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 500 HS was revealed 2 months after the AV200 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the ELPH 500 HS scores against the AV200 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 500 HS and FujiFilm FinePix AV200. The full galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 500 HS Gallery and FujiFilm AV200 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 500 HS offers outer measurements 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 FujiFilm AV200 has measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

See the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus FujiFilm AV200 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 500 HS and the AV200.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 500 HS and AV200 is 94 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions purely by checking technical specs. The pic underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 500 HS and AV200.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the FujiFilm AV200 to give greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.