Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Fujifilm XP90

On this page, we are looking at the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Fujifilm XP90, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Canon and FujiFilm. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the ELPH 500 HS (12MP) and Fujifilm XP90 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 500 HS was brought out 6 years prior to the Fujifilm XP90 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the ELPH 500 HS scores versus the Fujifilm XP90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 500 HS and Fujifilm XP90. The entire galleries are available at Canon ELPH 500 HS Gallery and Fujifilm XP90 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 500 HS has outer dimensions of 101mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Fujifilm XP90 has measurements of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") along with a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs).

Contrast the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Fujifilm XP90 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the ELPH 500 HS versus the Fujifilm XP90.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 500 HS and Fujifilm XP90 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through technical specs. The visual below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 500 HS and Fujifilm XP90.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Fujifilm XP90 to provide you with more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older ELPH 500 HS will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.