Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Pentax W80

Let's look more closely at the Canon ELPH 500 HS and Pentax W80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Pentax. The resolution of the ELPH 500 HS (12MP) and the W80 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 500 HS was brought out 20 months later than the W80 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the ELPH 500 HS scores vs the W80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 500 HS and Pentax Optio W80. The entire galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 500 HS Gallery and Pentax W80 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 500 HS has outside measurements of 101mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Pentax W80 has dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Analyze the Canon ELPH 500 HS and Pentax W80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the ELPH 500 HS vs the W80.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 500 HS and W80 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by going through specifications. The photograph underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 500 HS and W80.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution so you should expect comparable quality of images however you should always consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent ELPH 500 HS will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.