Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Samsung SL102

Here, we are looking at the Canon ELPH 500 HS and Samsung SL102, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the ELPH 500 HS (12MP) and the SL102 (10MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 500 HS was unveiled 2 years later than the SL102 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the ELPH 500 HS scores against the SL102 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 500 HS and Samsung SL102. The full galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 500 HS Gallery and Samsung SL102 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 500 HS has got physical measurements of 101mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Samsung SL102 has measurements of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Canon ELPH 500 HS and Samsung SL102 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 500 HS compared to the SL102.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 500 HS and SL102 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by going through a spec sheet. The visual underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 500 HS and SL102.

As you can see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Canon ELPH 500 HS to produce more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more modern ELPH 500 HS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.