Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Nikon P300
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![Canon ELPH 500 HS front Canon ELPH 500 HS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-ELPH-500-HS/Canon-ELPH-500-HS-front.jpg)
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Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Nikon P300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-105mm (F2.0-5.8) lens
- 185g - 101 x 56 x 25mm
- Launched February 2011
- Alternative Name is IXUS 310 HS / IXY 31S
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 189g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Revealed May 2011
- New Model is Nikon P310
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Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Nikon P300 Overview
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.
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Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Nikon P300 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 500 HS over the Nikon P300
ELPH 500 HS | P300 | |||
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Display sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon P300 over the Canon ELPH 500 HS
P300 | ELPH 500 HS | |||
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Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 500 HS and Nikon P300
ELPH 500 HS | P300 | |||
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Revealed | February 2011 | ![]() | May 2011 | Same age |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Nikon P300 Physical Comparison
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).
Check the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Nikon P300 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Nikon P300 size comparison Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Nikon P300 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-ELPH-500-HS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P300-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 500 HS and P300 is 94 and 92 respectively.
![Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Nikon P300 top view buttons comparison Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Nikon P300 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-ELPH-500-HS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P300-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Nikon P300 Sensor Comparison
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.
![Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Nikon P300 sensor size comparison Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Nikon P300 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-ELPH-500-HS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P300-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Nikon P300 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Nikon P300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Nikon P300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-ELPH-500-HS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P300-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Nikon P300 Specifications
Canon ELPH 500 HS | Nikon Coolpix P300 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon ELPH 500 HS | Nikon Coolpix P300 |
Also called as | IXUS 310 HS / IXY 31S | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-02-07 | 2011-05-31 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-105mm (4.4x) | 24-100mm (4.2x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-5.8 | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 461 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | PureColor II Touch TFT LCD | TFT-LCD with anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 6.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (15, 30fps), 1280 x 720p (15, 30, 60 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 185g (0.41 pounds) | 189g (0.42 pounds) |
Dimensions | 101 x 56 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 photos | 240 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6L | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $175 | $500 |