Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Nikon S6000

Lets look a bit more closely at the Canon ELPH 500 HS and Nikon S6000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 500 HS (12MP) and the S6000 (14MP) is pretty similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 500 HS was revealed 13 months later than the S6000 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the ELPH 500 HS matches up against the S6000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 500 HS and Nikon Coolpix S6000. The full galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 500 HS Gallery and Nikon S6000 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 500 HS has outside 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) and the Nikon S6000 has measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Canon ELPH 500 HS and Nikon S6000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 500 HS against the S6000.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 500 HS and S6000 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 500 HS and S6000.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon S6000 to offer extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher ELPH 500 HS is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.