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Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Ricoh G700SE

Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
40
Overall
37
Canon ELPH 500 HS front
 
Ricoh G700SE front
Portability
88
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32

Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs

Canon ELPH 500 HS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-105mm (F2.0-5.8) lens
  • 185g - 101 x 56 x 25mm
  • Launched February 2011
  • Also referred to as IXUS 310 HS / IXY 31S
Ricoh G700SE
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 307g - 117 x 68 x 32mm
  • Launched October 2010
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Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Ricoh G700SE Overview

Below, we are reviewing the Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Ricoh G700SE, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the ELPH 500 HS (12MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is very close and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 500 HS was revealed 4 months after the G700SE and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the ELPH 500 HS matches up against the G700SE in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 500 HS over the Ricoh G700SE

 ELPH 500 HS G700SE 
Display dimension3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Canon ELPH 500 HS

 G700SE ELPH 500 HS 
Manually focus Dial precise focus
Display resolution920k461kSharper display (+459k dot)

Common features in the Canon ELPH 500 HS and Ricoh G700SE

 ELPH 500 HS G700SE 
LaunchedFebruary 2011October 2010Same generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen

Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 500 HS provides outside dimensions of 101mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Ricoh G700SE has sizing of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the ELPH 500 HS compared to the G700SE.

Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Ricoh G700SE size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 500 HS and G700SE is 94 and 88 respectively.

Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Ricoh G700SE top view buttons comparison

Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison

Generally, it's tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions purely by researching specifications. The image here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 500 HS and G700SE.

Plainly, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution and you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you really should factor the release date of the cameras into account.

Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Ricoh G700SE sensor size comparison

Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and ViewFinder

Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon ELPH 500 HS Portrait photography information
Ricoh G700SE Portrait photography information
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provides face detect focus
no manual focus
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
29
focusing manually
no manual exposure
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon ELPH 500 HS Street photography details
Ricoh G700SE Street photography details
62
built in image stabilization (Optical)
provides touch to focus
fixed screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
51
environment proofing
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
heavier than competition (307g)
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Sports Comparison

Canon ELPH 500 HS as a Sports photography camera
Ricoh G700SE as a Sports photography camera
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow fps (3.0 frames/s)
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
low battery pack (180 shots)
has no phase detect auto focus
25
environment proofing
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon ELPH 500 HS as a Travel photography camera
Ricoh G700SE as a Travel photography camera
64
provides touch to focus
has built in flash
really wide (24mm)
fast maximum aperture (f2.0)
lack of Time Lapse mode
low battery pack (180 CIPA)
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
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environment proofing
flash built-in
pretty wide (28mm)
heavier than competition (307 grams)
low MP (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon ELPH 500 HS Landscape photography information
Ricoh G700SE Landscape photography information
40
really wide (24mm)
fast maximum aperture (f2.0)
screen size is good (3.2 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
no manual exposure
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
low battery pack (180 per charge)
lack of Time Lapse mode
40
focusing manually
pretty wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
environment proofing
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon ELPH 500 HS Vlogging factors
Ricoh G700SE Vlogging factors
37
really wide (24mm)
fast maximum aperture (f2.0)
built-in touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detect focus
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
lack of mic socket
23
pretty wide (28mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 pxls)
does not have external mic jack
heavier than competition (307g)
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Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon ELPH 500 HS and Ricoh G700SE
 Canon ELPH 500 HSRicoh G700SE
General Information
Brand Name Canon Ricoh
Model Canon ELPH 500 HS Ricoh G700SE
Also referred to as IXUS 310 HS / IXY 31S -
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Launched 2011-02-07 2010-10-13
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 3:2
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 100 64
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-105mm (4.4x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.0-5.8 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focus distance 3cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3.2" 3"
Resolution of screen 461k dot 920k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen technology PureColor II Touch TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15 seconds 8 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/1600 seconds 1/1500 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 3.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 5.00 m 10.00 m (Auto ISO)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) 640 x 480, 320 x 240
Max video resolution 1920x1080 640x480
Video format H.264 -
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None Optional
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 185g (0.41 pounds) 307g (0.68 pounds)
Dimensions 101 x 56 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 1.0") 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 180 pictures -
Battery format Battery Pack -
Battery model NB-6L DB-60
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch pricing $175 $0