Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Canon SD940 IS

On this page, we are matching up the Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Canon SD940 IS, both Ultracompact digital cameras and they are both offered by Canon. The image resolution of the ELPH 520 HS (10MP) and the SD940 IS (12MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 520 HS was released 2 years later than the SD940 IS and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the ELPH 520 HS grades against the SD940 IS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 520 HS and Canon PowerShot SD940 IS. The complete galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 520 HS Gallery and Canon SD940 IS Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 520 HS provides external measurements of 87mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Canon SD940 IS has sizing of 89mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Canon SD940 IS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the ELPH 520 HS against the SD940 IS.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 520 HS and SD940 IS is 96 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 520 HS and SD940 IS.

Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Canon SD940 IS to deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The fresher ELPH 520 HS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.