Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Samsung HZ25W

Below, we are comparing the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Samsung HZ25W, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 500 HS (12MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 500 HS was manufactured 8 months later than the HZ25W and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the ELPH 500 HS matches up against the HZ25W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 500 HS & Samsung HZ25W. The entire galleries are available at Canon ELPH 500 HS Gallery & Samsung HZ25W Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 500 HS comes with exterior measurements 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 Samsung HZ25W has sizing of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Contrast the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Samsung HZ25W in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the ELPH 500 HS vs the HZ25W.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 500 HS and HZ25W is 94 and 70 respectively.

Typically, its hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at technical specs. The visual below might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 500 HS and HZ25W.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution and you can expect similar quality of pictures however you may want to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher ELPH 500 HS provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.