Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Casio EX-S5

Its time to look more in depth at the Canon ELPH 520 HS and Casio EX-S5, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Canon and Casio. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 520 HS (10MP) and the EX-S5 (9MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 520 HS was introduced 3 years after the EX-S5 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the ELPH 520 HS grades vs the EX-S5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 520 HS and Casio Exilim EX-S5. The whole galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 520 HS Gallery and Casio EX-S5 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 520 HS comes with physical 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 Casio EX-S5 has specifications of 102mm x 35mm x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon ELPH 520 HS and Casio EX-S5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 520 HS versus the EX-S5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 520 HS and EX-S5 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by checking out technical specs. The picture underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 520 HS and EX-S5.

As you have seen, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Canon ELPH 520 HS to produce extra detail using its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The newer ELPH 520 HS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.