Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Olympus VG-160

Following is a extensive analysis of the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Olympus VG-160, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the ELPH 500 HS (12MP) and the VG-160 (14MP) is relatively close and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 500 HS was brought out 11 months earlier than the VG-160 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the ELPH 500 HS grades against the VG-160 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 500 HS provides exterior 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 Olympus VG-160 has measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the ELPH 500 HS versus the VG-160.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 500 HS and VG-160 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes only by viewing specifications. The picture underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 500 HS and VG-160.

Plainly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Olympus VG-160 to provide you with extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged ELPH 500 HS will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.