Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Pentax I-10

Let's look a bit more closely at the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Pentax I-10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the ELPH 500 HS (12MP) and the I-10 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 500 HS was revealed 13 months later than the I-10 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the ELPH 500 HS grades vs the I-10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 500 HS and Pentax Optio I-10. The full galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 500 HS Gallery and Pentax I-10 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 500 HS comes with physical measurements of 101mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Pentax I-10 has sizing of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the ELPH 500 HS versus the I-10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 500 HS and I-10 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking specifications. The visual underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 500 HS and I-10.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels so you should expect similar quality of images although you have to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The younger ELPH 500 HS will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.