Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Casio EX-G1
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Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Casio EX-G1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 155g - 87 x 54 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2012
- Alternate Name is IXUS 500 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F3.9-5.4) lens
- 154g - 104 x 64 x 20mm
- Introduced November 2009

Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Casio EX-G1 Overview
Let's look a bit more in depth at the Canon ELPH 520 HS versus Casio EX-G1, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Canon and Casio. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 520 HS (10MP) and the EX-G1 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The ELPH 520 HS was released 2 years after the EX-G1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the ELPH 520 HS grades versus the EX-G1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Casio EX-G1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 520 HS and Casio Exilim EX-G1. The complete galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 520 HS Gallery and Casio EX-G1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 520 HS over the Casio EX-G1
ELPH 520 HS | EX-G1 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | ![]() | November 2009 | Newer by 27 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Canon ELPH 520 HS
EX-G1 | ELPH 520 HS | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 520 HS and Casio EX-G1
ELPH 520 HS | EX-G1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Casio EX-G1 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 520 HS has exterior measurements of 87mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Casio EX-G1 has measurements of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") along with a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs).
Contrast the Canon ELPH 520 HS versus Casio EX-G1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the ELPH 520 HS vs the EX-G1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 520 HS and EX-G1 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Casio EX-G1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out a spec sheet. The pic here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 520 HS and EX-G1.
Clearly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Casio EX-G1 to produce more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more recent ELPH 520 HS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Casio EX-G1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Casio EX-G1 Specifications
Canon ELPH 520 HS | Casio Exilim EX-G1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Casio |
Model type | Canon ELPH 520 HS | Casio Exilim EX-G1 |
Also called | IXUS 500 HS | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2012-01-09 | 2009-11-18 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 5 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 38-114mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.9-5.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.5" |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | PureColor II G TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1250s |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.50 m | 2.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 155 grams (0.34 lbs) | 154 grams (0.34 lbs) |
Dimensions | 87 x 54 x 19mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 104 x 64 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 190 photos | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-9L | NP-800 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | microSD/microSDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $279 | $61 |