Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Panasonic TS1

Let's look more closely at the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Panasonic TS1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 500 HS (12MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 500 HS was launched 2 years later than the TS1 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the ELPH 500 HS matches up versus the TS1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 500 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 500 HS Gallery & Panasonic TS1 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 500 HS features outside measurements of 101mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Panasonic TS1 has dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

Look at the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Panasonic TS1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the ELPH 500 HS and the TS1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 500 HS and TS1 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at technical specs. The visual below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 500 HS and TS1.

As you can tell, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels so you can expect similar quality of files though you need to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher ELPH 500 HS should have an advantage in sensor innovation.