Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Fujifilm XP60

Below, we are evaluating the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Fujifilm XP60, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the ELPH 500 HS (12MP) and Fujifilm XP60 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 500 HS was unveiled 3 years earlier than the Fujifilm XP60 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short overview of how the ELPH 500 HS scores vs the Fujifilm XP60 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 500 HS & Fujifilm FinePix XP60. The full galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 500 HS Gallery & Fujifilm XP60 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 500 HS comes with 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) while the Fujifilm XP60 has measurements of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs).

Analyze the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Fujifilm XP60 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the ELPH 500 HS against the Fujifilm XP60.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 500 HS and Fujifilm XP60 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing technical specs. The graphic below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 500 HS and Fujifilm XP60.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Fujifilm XP60 to deliver greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images much more aggressively. The older ELPH 500 HS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.