Canon ELPH 500 HS vs FujiFilm JV100

Let's look more closely at the Canon ELPH 500 HS and FujiFilm JV100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 500 HS (12MP) and the JV100 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 500 HS was launched 13 months later than the JV100 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the ELPH 500 HS grades versus the JV100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 500 HS and FujiFilm FinePix JV100. The complete galleries are available at Canon ELPH 500 HS Gallery and FujiFilm JV100 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 500 HS provides external measurements of 101mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the FujiFilm JV100 has specifications of 93mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon ELPH 500 HS and FujiFilm JV100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the ELPH 500 HS vs the JV100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 500 HS and JV100 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by reading through a spec sheet. The visual underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 500 HS and JV100.

As you can see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photos though you would want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent ELPH 500 HS will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.