Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Panasonic FH2

Below is a detailed assessment of the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Panasonic FH2, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the ELPH 500 HS (12MP) and the FH2 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 500 HS was unveiled 2 months later than the FH2 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the ELPH 500 HS scores versus the FH2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 500 HS features exterior dimensions of 101mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Panasonic FH2 has proportions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the ELPH 500 HS and the FH2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 500 HS and FH2 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor measurements just by going through technical specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 500 HS and FH2.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can count on the Panasonic FH2 to produce more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs much more aggressively.