Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Olympus TG-1 iHS
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Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-105mm (F2.0-5.8) lens
- 185g - 101 x 56 x 25mm
- Released February 2011
- Also Known as IXUS 310 HS / IXY 31S
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 112 x 67 x 30mm
- Announced May 2012
Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Olympus TG-1 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the ELPH 500 HS (12MP) and the TG-1 iHS (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe ELPH 500 HS was brought out 15 months before the TG-1 iHS which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the ELPH 500 HS grades versus the TG-1 iHS for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 500 HS and Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS. The entire galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 500 HS Gallery and Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 500 HS over the Olympus TG-1 iHS
ELPH 500 HS | TG-1 iHS | |||
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Screen size | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-1 iHS over the Canon ELPH 500 HS
TG-1 iHS | ELPH 500 HS | |||
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Announced | May 2012 | February 2011 | Fresher by 15 months | |
Screen resolution | 610k | 461k | Sharper screen (+149k dot) |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 500 HS and Olympus TG-1 iHS
ELPH 500 HS | TG-1 iHS | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 500 HS features physical dimensions of 101mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Olympus TG-1 iHS has dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Examine the Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Olympus TG-1 iHS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the ELPH 500 HS and the TG-1 iHS.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 500 HS and TG-1 iHS is 94 and 91 respectively.
Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 500 HS and TG-1 iHS.
As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of images however you would want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older ELPH 500 HS is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Specifications
Canon ELPH 500 HS | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Olympus |
Model type | Canon ELPH 500 HS | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS |
Otherwise known as | IXUS 310 HS / IXY 31S | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2011-02-07 | 2012-05-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | TruePic VI |
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 | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3968 x 2976 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-105mm (4.4x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-5.8 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 461k dot | 610k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II Touch TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 185 grams (0.41 lbs) | 230 grams (0.51 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 56 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 112 x 67 x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 pictures | 350 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6L | LI90B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 and 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | - |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $175 | $399 |