Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Fujifilm JX550

Its time to examine more closely at the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Fujifilm JX550, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 500 HS (12MP) and Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 500 HS was unveiled 11 months before the Fujifilm JX550 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the ELPH 500 HS grades against the Fujifilm JX550 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 500 HS and Fujifilm FinePix JX550. The full galleries are available at Canon ELPH 500 HS Gallery and Fujifilm JX550 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 500 HS provides 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) whilst the Fujifilm JX550 has sizing of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Contrast the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Fujifilm JX550 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the ELPH 500 HS compared to the Fujifilm JX550.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 500 HS and Fujifilm JX550 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by going over specifications. The pic below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 500 HS and Fujifilm JX550.

To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Fujifilm JX550 to offer more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged ELPH 500 HS is going to be behind in sensor innovation.