Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Canon R5

Following is a in-depth comparison of the Canon ELPH 520 HS versus Canon R5, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless and they are both created by Canon. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the ELPH 520 HS (10MP) and R5 (45MP) and the ELPH 520 HS (1/2.3") and R5 (Full frame) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The ELPH 520 HS was launched 9 years earlier than the R5 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon ELPH 520 HS being a Ultracompact camera and the Canon R5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the ELPH 520 HS grades vs the R5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 520 HS & Canon EOS R5. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 520 HS Gallery & Canon R5 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 520 HS offers exterior dimensions of 87mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Canon R5 has dimensions of 138mm x 98mm x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") along with a weight of 738 grams (1.63 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the ELPH 520 HS versus the R5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 520 HS and R5 is 96 and 59 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by going through technical specs. The image here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 520 HS and R5.

As you have seen, both of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The ELPH 520 HS due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Canon R5 will provide extra detail utilizing its extra 35 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged ELPH 520 HS will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.