Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Fujifilm Z900EXR

Below, we will be comparing the Canon ELPH 520 HS versus Fujifilm Z900EXR, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 520 HS (10MP) and Fujifilm Z900EXR (16MP) and the ELPH 520 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm Z900EXR (1/2") feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The ELPH 520 HS was revealed 10 months after the Fujifilm Z900EXR so they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the ELPH 520 HS grades vs the Fujifilm Z900EXR with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 520 HS & Fujifilm FinePix Z900EXR. The full galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 520 HS Gallery & Fujifilm Z900EXR Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 520 HS offers outside measurements of 87mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm Z900EXR has measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the ELPH 520 HS compared to the Fujifilm Z900EXR.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 520 HS and Fujifilm Z900EXR is 96 and 95 respectively.

Often, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by going through technical specs. The picture here may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 520 HS and Fujifilm Z900EXR.

As you can tell, both of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The ELPH 520 HS with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Fujifilm Z900EXR will provide greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more modern ELPH 520 HS will have an advantage in sensor technology.