Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Kodak Z915

Following is a extensive comparison of the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Kodak Z915, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Kodak. The resolution of the ELPH 500 HS (12MP) and the Z915 (10MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 500 HS was announced 2 years after the Z915 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the ELPH 500 HS grades vs the Z915 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 500 HS and Kodak EasyShare Z915. The whole galleries are available at Canon ELPH 500 HS Gallery and Kodak Z915 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 500 HS has outer dimensions 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 Kodak Z915 has proportions of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the ELPH 500 HS against the Z915.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 500 HS and Z915 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing specs. The picture underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 500 HS and Z915.

All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Canon ELPH 500 HS to produce extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent ELPH 500 HS should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.