Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Kodak Z980

Here, we are looking at the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Kodak Z980, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Kodak. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 500 HS (12MP) and the Z980 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 500 HS was released 2 years later than the Z980 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the ELPH 500 HS scores against the Z980 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 500 HS and Kodak EasyShare Z980. The complete galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 500 HS Gallery and Kodak Z980 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 500 HS features exterior 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) whilst the Kodak Z980 has proportions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") along with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).

Contrast the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Kodak Z980 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the ELPH 500 HS against the Z980.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 500 HS and Z980 is 94 and 68 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specs. The graphic below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 500 HS and Z980.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photos though you should always take the release date of the products into consideration. The younger ELPH 500 HS provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.