Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Pentax WG-2

Here, we will be evaluating the Canon ELPH 500 HS and Pentax WG-2, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the ELPH 500 HS (12MP) and WG-2 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 500 HS was brought out 12 months earlier than the WG-2 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the ELPH 500 HS matches up against the WG-2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 500 HS & Pentax Optio WG-2. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 500 HS Gallery & Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 500 HS offers outer 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 Pentax WG-2 has specifications of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Contrast the Canon ELPH 500 HS and Pentax WG-2 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the ELPH 500 HS vs the WG-2.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 500 HS and WG-2 is 94 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor measurements only by going over a spec sheet. The graphic below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 500 HS and WG-2.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Pentax WG-2 to deliver more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older ELPH 500 HS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.