Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Sony WX5

Below, we are looking at the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Sony WX5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Sony. The resolution of the ELPH 500 HS (12MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is very comparable and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 500 HS was brought out 8 months after the WX5 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple overview of how the ELPH 500 HS matches up versus the WX5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 500 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The entire galleries are available at Canon ELPH 500 HS Gallery & Sony WX5 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 500 HS has got outer measurements of 101mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Sony WX5 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the ELPH 500 HS compared to the WX5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 500 HS and WX5 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing specs. The image below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 500 HS and WX5.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution so you can expect comparable quality of files however you have to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The fresher ELPH 500 HS should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.