Canon ELPH 520 HS vs FujiFilm Z70

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Canon ELPH 520 HS and FujiFilm Z70, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the ELPH 520 HS (10MP) and the Z70 (12MP) is relatively similar and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 520 HS was unveiled 24 months later than the Z70 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a short view of how the ELPH 520 HS scores versus the Z70 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 520 HS and FujiFilm FinePix Z70. The full galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 520 HS Gallery and FujiFilm Z70 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 520 HS provides exterior measurements of 87mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the FujiFilm Z70 has sizing of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Compare the Canon ELPH 520 HS and FujiFilm Z70 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the ELPH 520 HS against the Z70.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 520 HS and Z70 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 520 HS and Z70.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the FujiFilm Z70 to offer extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more modern ELPH 520 HS should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.