Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Fujifilm X20

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Fujifilm X20, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the ELPH 500 HS (12MP) and the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) is relatively close but the ELPH 500 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X20 (2/3") possess different sensor measurements.

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The ELPH 500 HS was launched 3 years prior to the Fujifilm X20 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the ELPH 500 HS scores vs the Fujifilm X20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 500 HS and Fujifilm X20. The complete galleries are available at Canon ELPH 500 HS Gallery and Fujifilm X20 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 500 HS comes with physical measurements of 101mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Fujifilm X20 has specifications of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") along with a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs).

Analyze the Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Fujifilm X20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the ELPH 500 HS versus the Fujifilm X20.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 500 HS and Fujifilm X20 is 94 and 83 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualize the gap in sensor measurements just by researching specifications. The visual underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 500 HS and Fujifilm X20.

To sum up, the 2 cameras offer the same exact resolution albeit different sensor measurements. The ELPH 500 HS provides the smaller sensor which should make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult. The older ELPH 500 HS will be behind in sensor technology.