Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Nikon P300

In this article, we are reviewing the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Nikon P300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the ELPH 500 HS (12MP) and the P300 (12MP) is very comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 500 HS was launched 3 months before the P300 and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the ELPH 500 HS grades against the P300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 500 HS & Nikon Coolpix P300. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 500 HS Gallery & Nikon P300 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 500 HS has got physical measurements of 101mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Nikon P300 has proportions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the ELPH 500 HS against the P300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 500 HS and P300 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by going through specifications. The pic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 500 HS and P300.

Plainly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP and you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you might want to take the age of the cameras into account.