Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Samsung SL820
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Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Samsung SL820 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
- Launched February 2011
- Also Known as IXUS 310 HS / IXY 31S
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 168g - 95 x 59 x 23mm
- Launched February 2009
- Other Name is IT100
Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Samsung SL820 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Canon ELPH 500 HS and Samsung SL820, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the ELPH 500 HS (12MP) and the SL820 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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Before going into a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the ELPH 500 HS grades versus the SL820 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Samsung SL820 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 500 HS and Samsung SL820. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 500 HS Gallery and Samsung SL820 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 500 HS over the Samsung SL820
ELPH 500 HS | SL820 | |||
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Launched | February 2011 | February 2009 | Newer by 24 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 461k | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL820 over the Canon ELPH 500 HS
SL820 | ELPH 500 HS |
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Common features in the Canon ELPH 500 HS and Samsung SL820
ELPH 500 HS | SL820 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Samsung SL820 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 500 HS has 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) whilst the Samsung SL820 has measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Look at the Canon ELPH 500 HS and Samsung SL820 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the ELPH 500 HS compared to the SL820.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 500 HS and SL820 is 94 and 94 respectively.
Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Samsung SL820 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions purely by going through a spec sheet. The picture here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 500 HS and SL820.
As you can see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you have to take the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher ELPH 500 HS will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Samsung SL820 Specifications
Canon ELPH 500 HS | Samsung SL820 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon ELPH 500 HS | Samsung SL820 |
Also called as | IXUS 310 HS / IXY 31S | IT100 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-02-07 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 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 | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-105mm (4.4x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-5.8 | f/3.4-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | PureColor II Touch TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 4.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 185 gr (0.41 lb) | 168 gr (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 56 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 95 x 59 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6L | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $175 | $280 |