Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Canon IXUS 165

In this article, we are evaluating the Canon ELPH 520 HS and Canon IXUS 165, both Ultracompact cameras and both of them are produced by Canon. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the ELPH 520 HS (10MP) and IXUS 165 (20MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 520 HS was launched 4 years prior to the IXUS 165 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the ELPH 520 HS grades versus the IXUS 165 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 520 HS & Canon IXUS 165. The complete galleries are available at Canon ELPH 520 HS Gallery & Canon IXUS 165 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 520 HS offers outside 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) while the Canon IXUS 165 has sizing of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Look at the Canon ELPH 520 HS and Canon IXUS 165 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 520 HS against the IXUS 165.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 520 HS and IXUS 165 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 520 HS and IXUS 165.

Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Canon IXUS 165 to show greater detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The older ELPH 520 HS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.