Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Samsung WB750
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Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Samsung WB750 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
- Also referred to as IXUS 310 HS / IXY 31S
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 193g - 105 x 59 x 25mm
- Launched September 2011

Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Samsung WB750 Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Samsung WB750, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 500 HS (12MP) and the WB750 (13MP) is relatively similar and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The ELPH 500 HS was brought out 6 months prior to the WB750 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the ELPH 500 HS grades vs the WB750 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Samsung WB750 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 500 HS and Samsung WB750. The entire galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 500 HS Gallery and Samsung WB750 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 500 HS over the Samsung WB750
ELPH 500 HS | WB750 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB750 over the Canon ELPH 500 HS
WB750 | ELPH 500 HS | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 500 HS and Samsung WB750
ELPH 500 HS | WB750 | |||
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Launched | February 2011 | ![]() | September 2011 | Similar generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Samsung WB750 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 500 HS features 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) whilst the Samsung WB750 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Compare the Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Samsung WB750 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the ELPH 500 HS and the WB750.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 500 HS and WB750 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Samsung WB750 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The image below should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 500 HS and WB750.
As you can see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Samsung WB750 to deliver more detail having its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively.

Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Samsung WB750 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Samsung WB750 Specifications
Canon ELPH 500 HS | Samsung WB750 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon ELPH 500 HS | Samsung WB750 |
Otherwise known as | IXUS 310 HS / IXY 31S | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-02-07 | 2011-09-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 13MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4096 x 3072 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-105mm (4.4x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-5.8 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 3" |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | PureColor II Touch TFT LCD | TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 3.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | On, Off, Fill, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30/15 fps), 640 x 480 (30/15 fps), 320x 240 fps (30/15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 185 grams (0.41 pounds) | 193 grams (0.43 pounds) |
Dimensions | 101 x 56 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 105 x 59 x 25mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6L | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $175 | $339 |