Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Kodak Mini

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Kodak Mini, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Kodak. The resolution of the ELPH 520 HS (10MP) and the Mini (10MP) is pretty well matched but the ELPH 520 HS (1/2.3") and Mini (1/3") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The ELPH 520 HS was manufactured 13 months later than the Mini which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a concise summation of how the ELPH 520 HS scores vs the Mini in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 520 HS & Kodak EasyShare Mini. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 520 HS Gallery & Kodak Mini Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 520 HS provides physical measurements of 87mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Kodak Mini has proportions of 86mm x 53mm x 18mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 99 grams (0.22 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Kodak Mini in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the ELPH 520 HS vs the Mini.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 520 HS and Mini is 96 and 97 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading through technical specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 520 HS and Mini.

As you have seen, each of these cameras offer the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor measurements. The ELPH 520 HS offers the bigger sensor which should make obtaining shallower depth of field less difficult. The more modern ELPH 520 HS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.