Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Ricoh WG-80
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Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Ricoh WG-80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-105mm (F2.0-5.8) lens
- 185g - 101 x 56 x 25mm
- Released February 2011
- Additionally Known as IXUS 310 HS / IXY 31S
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.70" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 193g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Revealed May 2022
- Replaced the Ricoh WG-70

Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Ricoh WG-80 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Ricoh WG-80, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Ricoh. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the ELPH 500 HS (12MP) and WG-80 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The ELPH 500 HS was announced 12 years before the WG-80 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the ELPH 500 HS matches up vs the WG-80 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Ricoh WG-80 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 500 HS & Ricoh WG-80. The whole galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 500 HS Gallery & Ricoh WG-80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 500 HS over the Ricoh WG-80
ELPH 500 HS | WG-80 | |||
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Screen size | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.70" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-80 over the Canon ELPH 500 HS
WG-80 | ELPH 500 HS | |||
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Revealed | May 2022 | ![]() | February 2011 | Fresher by 137 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 500 HS and Ricoh WG-80
ELPH 500 HS | WG-80 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Ricoh WG-80 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 500 HS has exterior measurements of 101mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-80 has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Ricoh WG-80 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the ELPH 500 HS versus the WG-80.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 500 HS and WG-80 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Ricoh WG-80 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by going through technical specs. The photograph underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 500 HS and WG-80.
As you have seen, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Ricoh WG-80 to produce greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older ELPH 500 HS will be behind in sensor innovation.

Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Ricoh WG-80 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Ricoh WG-80 Specifications
Canon ELPH 500 HS | Ricoh WG-80 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Ricoh |
Model type | Canon ELPH 500 HS | Ricoh WG-80 |
Also called as | IXUS 310 HS / IXY 31S | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2011-02-07 | 2022-05-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-105mm (4.4x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-5.8 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.2" | 2.70" |
Resolution of display | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | PureColor II Touch TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | On, off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 185 grams (0.41 pounds) | 193 grams (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 56 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 shots | 300 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6L | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, remote) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $175 | $300 |