Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Panasonic TS10

Below is a in depth analysis of the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Panasonic TS10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 500 HS (12MP) and the TS10 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 500 HS was unveiled 13 months later than the TS10 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the ELPH 500 HS matches up vs the TS10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 500 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10. The full galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 500 HS Gallery and Panasonic TS10 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 500 HS has got exterior dimensions 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 TS10 has proportions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the ELPH 500 HS against the TS10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 500 HS and TS10 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements simply by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 500 HS and TS10.

Clearly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic TS10 to produce extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent ELPH 500 HS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.