Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Olympus 7040

On this page, we are evaluating the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Olympus 7040, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the ELPH 500 HS (12MP) and the 7040 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 500 HS was manufactured 14 months after the 7040 making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the ELPH 500 HS scores versus the 7040 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 500 HS & Olympus Stylus 7040. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 500 HS Gallery & Olympus 7040 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 500 HS enjoys physical dimensions of 101mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Olympus 7040 has sizing of 95mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).

Look at the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Olympus 7040 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the ELPH 500 HS versus the 7040.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 500 HS and 7040 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking a spec sheet. The pic here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 500 HS and 7040.

Clearly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Olympus 7040 to give you more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The newer ELPH 500 HS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.