Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Samsung TL500

The following is a in depth review of the Canon ELPH 500 HS and Samsung TL500, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the ELPH 500 HS (12MP) and the TL500 (10MP) is relatively comparable but the ELPH 500 HS (1/2.3") and TL500 (1/1.7") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The ELPH 500 HS was launched 8 months after the TL500 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the ELPH 500 HS grades versus the TL500 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 500 HS & Samsung TL500. The complete galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 500 HS Gallery & Samsung TL500 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and size. 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) and the Samsung TL500 has specifications of 114mm x 63mm x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 386 grams (0.85 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the ELPH 500 HS and the TL500.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 500 HS and TL500 is 94 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions just by checking out specs. The pic underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 500 HS and TL500.

All in all, each of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The ELPH 500 HS featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Canon ELPH 500 HS will produce greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger ELPH 500 HS will have a benefit in sensor tech.